A video capturing the attempt by two Dutch protesters to reach Yuval Raphael on stage spread on social media on Sunday. The two were overpowered by security guards and Shin Bet agents as they attempted to get onto the stage where the Israeli singer was performing in the Eurovision Song Contest finals on Saturday.
Protesters attempt to reach the stage during Yuval Raphael's performance
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Dutch protester blocked from reaching Yuval Raphael on stage during the Eurovision Song Contest finals
Raphael came in second in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest after receiving the most points from the audiences at home and despite the low score given to her by judges.
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Yuval Raphael performs in the Eurovision Song Contest
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In the clip one of the couple was heard shouting "free Palestine" as he headed toward the stage. An eyewitness who was in the Bazel hall said. "The Dutch couple began shouting as Raphael's performance began. They also sprayed paint on the people nearby. The guards jumped on the man, who was very tall and overpowered him despite his resistance."