Yuval Raphael
After five countries quit Eurovision over Israel, over 1,000 entertainment figures push back
Over 1,000 entertainment industry leaders sign letter backing Israel’s inclusion in Eurovision, rejecting boycott efforts and emphasizing music’s unifying power.
Eurovision Song Contest oddsmakers predict Israel will win televoting again this year
WATCH: 'Michelle,' Israel’s Eurovision song, revealed in a performance by Noam Bettan
Israel announces title of 2026 Eurovision song contest entry: 'Michelle'
EBU approves Israel's 2026 Eurovision song after undergoing minor adjustments
Each song undergoes a review process, and EBU officials requested a few minor adjustments for Israel's entry, which the Israeli songwriters agreed to.
Former Eurovision contestant Yuval Raphael co-writes song selected for this year's submission
Israel’s public broadcaster KAN announced Friday that the song, which was written by Raphael with Nadav Aharoni and Tzlil Klipi, was selected on Friday by its professional committee.
Boycotts and rule changes don’t stop Israel topping Eurovision odds
Israel leads Eurovisionworld.com’s early odds with 10%, followed by Sweden 9%, Ukraine 7%, Finland 6%, and Italy 5%.
Eurovision host says it won't ban Palestinian flags, drown out boos during Israel's performance
The 70th edition of the contest in May will have just 35 entries, the fewest since 2003, after five national broadcasters said they would boycott the show in protest against Israel's participation.
Eurovision Song Contest changes voting rules after controversial allegations against Israel
The new rules by the European Broadcasting Union discourage governments and third parties from "disproportionately promoting" songs to sway voters.
Sa'ar warns German delegation: 'A Palestinian state would be a Hamas terror state'
The delegation, organized by the European Division of the Foreign Ministry and the Israeli Embassy in Berlin, aims to deepen future German leaders' understanding of the "Israeli story."
A ‘next’ star no more: Yuval Raphael burns bright in headlining concert debut - review
Yuval Raphael dazzles her Israeli fans in Tel Aviv, performing hits from her Eurovision journey, new EP, and more, with powerful tributes and surprise guests.
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.
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.
