Iceland joins Ireland in Eurovision boycott, but more countries have signed up for next year's contest
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Iceland has joined Ireland in boycotting the Eurovision contest. Despite this, more countries have signed up for the event next year. Canada will make its debut and North Macedonia will return. These additions bring the confirmed line-up to 36 participants. Spain and Slovenia have until December to decide if they will join.
Canada’s debut and North Macedonia’s return bring the confirmed line-up to 36, while Spain and Slovenia have until December to decide if they are taking part.