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אריק סעדה, נציג שוודיה באירווזיון 2024 עם כפייה על היד

Eurovision officials say Swedish singer 'went onstage wearing keffiyeh without anyone noticing'

European Broadcasting Union claims Eric Saade was familiar with the competition rules, and during rehearsals, he did not wear the inciting symbol

Raz Shechnik | 05.08.24

Swedish singer Erik Saade violates Eurovision rules, performs holding keffiyeh

Amid fears of major pro-Palestinian riot in Malmö, Erik Saade performs in opening of contest's first semi-final, ignoring EBU regulations by wrapping the black-and-white keffiyeh around his wrist; Israeli starlet Eden Golan set to perform 'Hurricane' on Thursday in the 2nd semi final

Raz Shechnik, Malmö | 05.08.24

עיריית מאלמו מוחקת גרפיטי אנטי ישראלי והתנצלה בפני פעילים פרו פלסטינים

Malmö city hall erases 'Free Palestine' graffiti, later apologizes

The Swedish city hosting this year's Eurovision has deleted pro-Palestinian graffiti in popular Folkets Park, and later apologizes for doing so amid pro-Palestinian protests; 'Malmö condemns any infringement on freedom of expression,' officials say

Ran Boker | 05.07.24

$Pro-Palestinian protest in Malmo (Photo: REMKO DE WAAL\EPA)$

IDF Home Front Command app adds live danger alerts for Israelis at Eurovision

Travel alerts and tension in Malmo ahead of Eurovision prompt military to provide Israeli tourists with live feed in case of dangerous incidents; Shin Bet chief arrives in city to oversee security detail

Raz Shechnik, Malmo, Ran Boker | 05.07.24

Malmö police prepare for 40,000 pro-Palestinian protesters: 'Warnings of imminent attack'

Malmo police officer says they are well-prepared for such demonstrations and have taken with the utmost seriousness warnings of imminent attacks on the Eurovision venue

Raz Shechnik | 05.06.24

Eden Golan to skip Eurovision opening gala, participate in Holocaust Remembrance Day event

Israeli delegation chooses to skip important Turquoise Carpet event due to proximity to Holocaust Remembrance Day in Israel and will instead hold memorial ceremony with local Jewish community

Raz Shechnik | 05.05.24

Demonstrations, threats and hatred: Malmö is not waiting for us

On the morning of October 7 the streets of Malmö celebrated the massacre, and now the Swedish city, which has long become one of the most anti-Israel strongholds in Europe, is about to host a particularly charged and tense Eurovision Song Contest

Zeev Avrahami, Sweden | 05.04.24

Watch: Eden Golan's Eurovision song rehearsal

Israel's representative rehearsed for the second time on the Eurovision stage in Malmo ahead of the semi-final on Thursday

Ran Boker | 05.03.24

Eurovision will ban Palestinian flags and symbols

Organizers in Malmo announce that audience members will only be allowed to wave the flags of participating countries and Pride flag

Ran Boker | 05.03.24

Israel raises Malmo travel warning ahead of Eurovision

National Security Council says recent anti-Israel sentiment and protests worldwide raise concerns terrorist elements will attempt to target Jews and Israelis arriving for song contest

Itamar Eichner | 05.02.24

Bandages and hint of bleeding wounds: Eden Golan's dramatic Eurovision dress

In first rehearsal on Eurovision stage, Israeli contestant dresses in unique getup designed with cloth strips resembling bandages; 'We wanted to create a natural garment with a clean look that would express what we currently feel as a nation,' says stylist Itay Bezaleli

Itay Yaacov | 05.01.24

Wearing hostage pin, Eden Golan jets off to Sweden for Eurovision

Amid animosity toward Israelis with Gaza war ongoing, Israeli representative heads delegation to Malmö, known for its cool reception to Jews, hoping to bring the competition to the Holy Land next year

Yoni Froim | 04.30.24

הלוגו הרשמי של האירוויזיון במאלמו, שבדיה

Eurovision broadcaster releases unusual statement ahead of contest: 'We firmly oppose online abuse, hate speech, or harassment'

EBU responds to Gaza conflict and the strong backlash against Israeli contestant Eden Golan, as demands increase for a boycott against Israel's participation in the competition; 'These artists come to Eurovision to share their music, culture and the universal message of unity through the language of music'

Ran Boker | 04.09.24

Israel delegation to Eurovision contest to be the most guarded ever

Security increased amid threats from Iran and the prevalent anti-Israel sentiment in Malmo, the city hosting the song competition this year; Shin Bet assembles largest team ever to protect Eden Golan and the entire Israeli delegation

Ran Boker | 04.04.24

Eurovision participants call for ceasefire, release of Israeli hostages

Statement by nine signatories says that 'in light of current situation in Occupied Palestinian Territories, particularly in Gaza, and in Israel, we do not feel comfortable being silent'

Ran Boker | 03.29.24

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