Netherlands makes U-turn over Eurovision return
A Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.
According to BBC News, a Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.
This world story centres on the Netherlands. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include U-turn, Eurovision and Dutch.
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- Netherlands · Europe
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- U-turn, Eurovision, Dutch, Israel
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- World
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