After the diplomatic battle, Spain refused to allow Israel to participate in the European Song Contest.

The Spanish Broadcasting Corporation announced on the 16th that if Israel participates in the European Song Contest next year in Vienna, Austria, Spain, as one of the sponsors of the event, will withdraw. The Spanish Broadcasting Corporation said that the decision was made at a meeting of its board of directors. According to the news agency, Spanish Culture Minister Ernest Urtasun said last week that Spain is considering withdrawing from the European Song Contest. Prime Minister Sanchez also stated that Spain cannot participate in events with Israel as a contestant, given Israel's military actions in the Gaza Strip. The Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia have expressed the same position as Spain. Iceland also stated that if Israel participates, they will consider withdrawing.