Groups and individuals have reacted to the broadcaster’s decision not to participate in or air Eurovision in 2026.

Campaign groups have welcomed the decision by RTE to withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, while others have condemned the move.

The organisation said it would not broadcast next year’s competition if Israel competed, a move that prevents Ireland’s own entry under Eurovision rules.

It confirmed its decision on Thursday night after the European Broadcasting Union said Israel would be allowed to take part.

The Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign (IPSC) posted a message online saying: “Well done RTE.”

Its chairperson, Zoe Lawlor, said the group had been calling on the broadcaster to boycott the event for two years.

She said: “We very much welcome RTE standing fi

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