“It’s Complicated!” — Martin Green Speaks Out on Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Future

Grab your flags and popcorn, Eurovision fam — because Martin Green, the Executive Supervisor of our beloved song contest, has finally broken his silence on whether Israel will compete at Eurovision 2026. And, well… it’s messy.

“We’ll see how it develops…”

Speaking to the press, Green confirmed that every EBU member has the right to participate. But — and it’s a big but — he made it very clear that Israel’s spot in Austria isn’t 100% guaranteed:

“At this moment, any EBU member that applies for participation has the right to take part. It will certainly be an ongoing discussion throughout the year. In every situation of conflict, we all want to see an end. We will see how their participation develops over the coming months.”

Translation? Israel’s still in the game… for now. But the door is wide open for drama.

Eurovision can’t avoid the politics this time

The EBU loves to say Eurovision is “non-political.” Cute. But when it comes to Israel, politics has crashed the afterparty.

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has sparked petitions, fan boycotts, and fiery debates across Europe. Some broadcasters are reportedly pressuring the EBU behind the scenes, while fans are already battling it out on Twitter faster than a Loreen key change.

Austria 2026: the year of chaos?

With Eurovision 2026 heading to Austria, the contest is already shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable editions ever:

• Will broadcasters push for Israel’s suspension?
• Will the EBU stand its ground?
• And, most importantly, will the fandom survive the drama?

If Martin Green’s comments tell us anything, it’s this: don’t expect a quick answer. Eurovision 2026 could be heading straight into uncharted territory.

One thing’s certain: Twitter isn’t ready

Fans are already calling this “the biggest Eurovision controversy since the great 2019 jury leak” — and let’s be honest, they might be right.

For now, Israel’s still on the list. But come next spring in Austria, things could look very different.

Stay tuned. Grab snacks. And maybe… mute a few hashtags while you’re at it.