Dutch broadcaster says it will join Eurovision boycott over Israel

Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS has announced its decision to join the Eurovision Song Contest boycott over Israel's participation. This move comes after Ireland's national broadcaster RTÉ announced a similar boycott, citing an inability to "justify Israel's inclusion" in the event. The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual international music competition involving participants from various European countries and some non-European countries. The decision by the Dutch broadcaster to join the boycott is a significant development, as the Netherlands has a long-standing tradition of participating in the competition. The reasons behind the boycott are not explicitly stated in the article, but it is likely due to ongoing political and human rights concerns related to Israel's treatment of Palestinians. The article does not provide any further details or context on the specific issues that have led to this decision. The boycott by these two broadcasters may have broader implications for the Eurovision competition, potentially prompting other participants to follow suit or leading to discussions about the event's inclusivity and the role of politics in the competition.