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Israel's Noam Bettan celebrates qualifying for the grand final, during the first semifinal of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, May 12, 2026. (AP/Martin Meissner)
May 13, 2026, 10:51 am
Israel’s Noam Bettan advances to Eurovision final
Two activists reportedly removed from event hall by security after interruptions.
By AMY SPIRO
Noam Bettan. Photo: Yael Abas Guisky/Flash90
April 23, 2026, 1:15 pm
Israel’s unshakeable Eurovision legacy
Since Israel joined the Eurovision family in 1973, it has enjoyed a magical run of success, being described as a powerhouse in the competition. Jessica Abelsohn explores the history of Israel's participation.
By Jessica Abelsohn
May 7, 2025, 8:39 am
A Nova survivor, Israel’s Eurovision hopeful is ready to ‘give my dreams a chance’
Yuval Raphael, who’ll represent Israel with New Day Will Rise, adopts a carefully apolitical tone ahead of the highly charged contest, saying "I’m 100% focused on my song"
By AMY SPIRO
Mamagama band members, from left, Arif Imanov, Asaf Mishiyev and Hasan Heydar. Photo: Tato Panahi
April 27, 2025, 9:18 am
Azerbaijan is sending a Jewish singer to Eurovision
Asaf Mishiyev, the lead singer of Mamagama, says he never faces antisemitism in Baku and offers support to Israel's Yuval Raphael: "We're proud of her and we hope she will shine".
By AMY SPIRO
Eden Golan singing October Rain in Hostage Square, Tel Aviv. Photo: Ziv Koren/Polaris
January 22, 2025, 11:52 am
Feel the musical magic
Knowing music brings comfort and joy to everyone who hears it, the AJN has compiled a list of uplifting and comforting Israeli songs for the community to enjoy.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Eden Golan during the flag parade before the Eurovision Grand Final. Photo: AP Photo/Martin Meissner
May 16, 2024, 8:00 am
Light in the darkness
In the face of hostility and outright hatred, Golan responded with dignity far beyond her young years.
By Carly Adno
Eden Golan of Israel performs the song ‘Hurricane’ during the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, May 11, 2024. (The Times of Israel: AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
May 16, 2024, 8:00 am
Eden’s light
As we mark Yom Ha'atzmaut, may the year ahead bring peace.
By AJN STAFF
Eden Golan of Israel enters the arena during the flag parade before the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, May 11, 2024. (The Times of Israel: AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
May 12, 2024, 9:34 pm
Israel finishes 5th as Switzerland wins Eurovision in Malmo
Israel’s entry receives second-highest public vote after months of activists calling for it to be barred; Irish and Portuguese acts make small pro-Palestinian gestures on screen.
By AMY SPIRO
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