French Lawmakers Demand Israel's Exclusion from Eurovision 2026

vienna, austria - French lawmakers protest Israel's participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest due to human rights violations, calling for the country to be removed from the event.

French Lawmakers Call for Israel's Exclusion from Eurovision 2026

French lawmakers have raised objections to Israel's participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, citing human rights abuses and violations of international law.

Reasons for Protest

They highlighted Israel's actions from Gaza to Lebanon, labeling it as committing serious violations of humanitarian and international law.

Humanitarian Concerns

Referring to UN data showing over 72,000 Palestinian deaths in Gaza in the past two years, lawmakers emphasized the ongoing Israeli attacks despite existing ceasefires.

Continued Atrocities

The lawmakers accused Israel of systematically perpetrating war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, stressing the dire living conditions of Gazans lacking basic necessities.

Growing Protests

Protests and boycott calls across Europe are escalating, demanding Israel's exclusion from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest set to take place in Vienna from May 12-16.