How Israel Turned Eurovision’s Stage Into a Soft Power Tool

A New York Times investigation found a well-organized campaign by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government that embraced Eurovision as a soft power tool, and a secretive contest organizer that was ill-equipped to respond.
Business Insider

Israel rewrote its Eurovision Song Contest entry 'October Rain,' which seemingly referenced the October 7 Hamas terror attack

Israel changed the lyrics of its Eurovision entry, saying the original ones were deemed too political. Organizers say the song now has non-political lyrics, replacing the original 'October Rain.' The country's selection process was postponed after the ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Israel to Remain in Eurovision Song Contest

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and The Netherlands will boycott next year's song competition in protest of the decision. By Scott Roxborough Europe Bureau Chief The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) the body that organizes the eclectic, but hugely popular ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency

A musicians boycott of Israel leaves teens feeling isolated — and defiant

Young Jews navigate blocked playlists, and grapple with the message being sent by some of their favorite performers.