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Ireland rte will not compete at eurovision 2027

DUBLIN - Ireland has decided not to participate in or broadcast next year's Eurovision Song Contest, public broadcaster RTE said Thursday, citing the "ongoing loss of lives in Gaza".

Reported by ESCTODAY.COM Sep 17, 2026 · 15:00 UTC

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