
Spain, Ireland and Slovenia Boycott Eurovision Over Israel Participation
Only 35 countries are taking part in this year’s Eurovision, marking the smallest lineup since the contest expanded in 2004.

Only 35 countries are taking part in this year’s Eurovision, marking the smallest lineup since the contest expanded in 2004.

Croatian authorities reported that six people were discovered in life-threatening conditions after being smuggled across the border.

Strong support in parliament for the SDS proposal signals that a centre-right coalition led by three-time prime minister Janez Janša is well-positioned to lead the next government.

Weeks after a razor-thin election, coalition talks have collapsed, leaving the country without a clear governing majority.

The European Broadcasting Union is facing an internal crisis after the broadcasters of Ireland, Slovenia, and Spain confirmed they will not offer their platforms to the 2026 music competition in Vienna.

Zoran Stevanović said his country should regain control over its strategic decisions, arguing that “Ljubljana must become the center of decisions for Slovenia, not Brussels.”

Despite winning the election, the Prime Minister has struggled to build a stable governing alliance.

Slovenia’s election result remains contested as coalition talks begin and allegations of irregularities mount.

Fraud claims linger, but Slovenia’s leadership is pushing ahead with coalition talks.

President Pirc Musar stresses that swift negotiations are needed to form a functional government, although several rounds of talks are likely.