Austrian chancellor rejects talk of Israel Eurovision ban
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker says banning Israel from Eurovision 2026 would be a mistake, citing Austria’s historical responsibility.
Austria’s Chancellor Christian Stocker, left, speaks with Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz during a Euro Summit working dinner at the European Council building in Brussels, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.(photo credit: FRANCOIS WALSCHAERTS/POOL VIA REUTERS)ByREUTERS
