Laois Eurovision Author Backs Potential Irish Withdrawal From Contest

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RTE stated yesterday their intent to withdraw if Israel takes part in 2026.

A Eurovision author from Laois feels Ireland's potential withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 will have a massive effect.

RTE is also confirming if Israel takes part in Austria, they won't broadcast the contest, with the war in Gaza stated as the reason behind its decision.

The Netherlands, Slovenia and Iceland are also threatening to pull out of next year's contest, with Spain potentially set to follow.

Author of Eurovision book, 'What's Another Year' Mountmellick's Mick Lynch says it's a case of wait and see:

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