Eurovision Song Contest
Who gave Israel the coveted 12 points? Noam Bettan secures 2nd at Eurovision thanks to public vote
Despite mass calls to boycott due to Israel’s participation, which led to several countries withdrawing from the contest entirely, Israel scored a whopping 220 points from the public televote.
Spainish PM Pedro Sánchez defends Spain’s Eurovision boycott over Israel’s participation
Israel’s Noam Bettan takes second place in Eurovision 2026, Bulgaria wins
Jerusalem Highlights: May 15-21
Yuval will make us proud at Eurovision - editorial
Like the incredible women who came before her (Neta Barzilai, Noa Kirel, and so on.), she will deal with just a little bit of the punches headed her way, her head still held high.
Nova survivor Yuval Raphael to represent Israel in 2025 Eurovision Song Contest
"I can't explain how excited and ready I am!! Thank you for giving me the huge privilege and trusting me to represent my people," Raphael said.
Michelle Hunziker to host Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer
The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 marks the 69th edition of the event and will be held at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel from May 13 to May 17.
Meet Valerie Hamaty, the Arab Christian leading the race to represent Israel at Eurovision
Valerie, a ninth-generation native of Jaffa and polyglot who speaks five languages, began her education at a French Christian school in Jaffa before transferring to a public school in Tel Aviv.
Eurovision 2025: Bereaved survivor and Arab Israeli singer perform moving duet
Golan’s version of the song is a tough act to follow, but Hamati and Weiss, on a night in which the competitors were paired off to perform duets, proved that they were up to the task.
Slovenia urges EBU to disqualify Israel from Eurovision 2025 over Gaza war
During the council meeting, more severe measures against Israel were debated but ultimately rejected, including a proposal to blackout the broadcast during Israel's performance.
Israel's participation in Eurovision under threat due to KAN's privatization
A bill proposal is being pushed by Communications Minister MK Shlomo Karhi to privatize Israel’s Public Broadcasting Corporation.
Survivors and stars shine on Israel’s path to Eurovision 2025
The Next Star delivers moving performances, including survivors of October 7, in Eurovision 2025 race.
Swiss choose Basel as host city for 2025 Eurovision Song Contest
The two Swiss cities were the final candidates chosen according to criteria that included transport connections, hotel capacity and security.
Hidden in plain sight: Eden Golan reveals the wig that saved her life in Sweden
"At the moment, I thought it was funny but didn’t realize how scary and dangerous it really was," the singer said.
