Eurovision Song Contest
Netherlands to sit out Eurovision for second year in protest of Israel’s participation
Weeks after saying it was confident the Netherlands would return, NPO said no Dutch broadcaster was willing to take on the entry over concerns about Israel’s participation in the contest.
Eurovision runner-up Yuval Raphael to return to Nova to perform three years after massacre
Netherlands to return to Eurovision 2027 after boycotting Israel’s participation
Ireland will not participate in 2027 Eurovision, broadcaster announces, citing situation in Gaza
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.
Rally for their return: Eden Golan performs 'October Rain' at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv
"I wanted to sing "October Rain" tonight. This is my prayer to bring everyone back home. I will not stop making our voice heard in Israel and worldwide until everyone returns home," Golan said.