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Europe distinguishes Iranians from Iran. Why not Israelis from Israel? - opinion
The Israeli government becomes Israel. Israel becomes its institutions. Its institutions become its citizens. Why can't Europe differentiate them?
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The UN’s double standard toward Israel exposes its moral bankruptcy - opinion
Yuval Raphael releases video for new song Amber Skies
Raphael, a Nova Music Festival survivor, sings the theme song for HBO Max's television series One Day in October.
Austrian chancellor rejects talk of Israel Eurovision ban
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker says banning Israel from Eurovision 2026 would be a mistake, citing Austria’s historical responsibility.
Why Israel’s place in Eurovision is worth fighting for
Germany has said it will withdraw if Israel is not allowed to participate, and Austria said that if there is a boycott against Israel, Vienna would not host Eurovision 2026.
From trauma to triumph: Yuval Raphael readies to take first post-Eurovision stage - exclusive
Just before singing in London, Yuval Raphael took time to open up about her life and share her hard-earned wisdom about coping with trauma.
EBU cancels vote to boot Israel from Eurovision following Israel-Hamas ceasefire
The vote on Israel’s participation was proposed because several countries that take part in Eurovision, including Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Iceland.
Eurovision shocker: Austria will not host if Israel boycott is approved
Following international pressure for the Eurovision Song Contest to boycott Israel, Austria announces that it will not take part if Israel is kept out.
President Herzog speaks against 'delegitimization' of Israel through the proposed Eurovision ban
President Isaac Herzog urged Israel’s participation in Eurovision, warning that moves to exclude Israel could spread to other arenas amid global calls for a ban.
No. 48: Yuval Raphael, Debra Messing, Idan Amedi: Celebrity voices committed to Israel
These three sparkled brightly on stage and on screen this year, and their achievements filled Jews around the world with pride.
Austria’s deputy FM urges EBU not to yield to Eurovision boycott 'blackmail'
Austria’s deputy FM urged the EBU not to yield to boycott calls over Israel’s Eurovision participation, calling cultural boycotts "foolish" and warning against giving in to political pressure.
Herzog: Isolating Israel plays into interests of extremists seeking to 'destabilize the free world'
"Europe must understand: Turning its back on Israel at this time is turning its back on Europe’s own interests," Isaac Herzog said. "And we will all pay the price."
