Broadcasters to be barred from Eurovision song contest if state involved in ‘armed conflict’
Summary
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has changed the rules for hosting the Eurovision song contest. Broadcasters from countries involved in armed conflicts or sensitive political situations will not be allowed to host the event starting in 2027 to ensure safety and fairness.Key Facts
- Eurovision hosts are usually the previous year’s winning country, with Bulgaria set to host in 2027.
- The new rule bans hosts from countries involved in armed conflicts or sensitive geopolitical issues.
- An independent security body will assess if a winning country can safely host the contest.
- If a country is ineligible, the EBU will pick an alternative host broadcaster.
- The minimum age for participating artists has increased from 16 to 18 years.
- Several countries boycotted the 2026 contest over Israel’s participation related to conflicts in Gaza and the West Bank.
- The 2026 Eurovision final was watched by around 130 million people worldwide, down from 160 million in 2025.
- Canada will join Eurovision for the first time in 2027; the contest is open to European Broadcasting Union members, not just European countries.
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