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דגלי פלסטין ושריקות בוז ליובל רפאל בחזרה האחרונה
Palestinian flags won't be banned in Eurovision audience, host Austria announces
All flags will be allowed during the contest, boos from the audience during Israel's performance will not be obscured as was done in previous years, and no artificial applause will be added; 'We will not beautify anything or refrain from showing what is happening'
Ran Boker | 12.16.25
מתוך "מכתב לדויד"
After 738 days in captivity, hostage’s return inspires new ending to award-winning film
A Letter to David, which followed the Cunio family’s journey and won Israel’s top documentary prize, now filming a powerful new conclusion featuring David Cunio himself, in a moment director Tom Shoval calls 'the happiest call to action' of his life
Ran Boker | 12.14.25
יובל רפאל באירוויזיון
Iceland quits Eurovision over Israel as fans blast contest 'hijacked'
Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia and now Iceland have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 in protest of Israel’s participation, a backlash driven largely by domestic politics and public pressure, including accusations over the Gaza war and anger from some fans who say they feel betrayed
Roy Elman, Ran Boker | 12.10.25
נועה קירל בפארק הירקון
Noa Kirel to return to Yarkon Park for fifth show this Passover
Pop star to perform April 6 during Passover's intermediate days, marking a record-setting fifth appearance at Tel Aviv’s premier concert venue; plans confirmed to Ynet as promotional efforts quietly begin
Ran Boker | 12.09.25
אחינועם ניני
Singer Achinoam Nini urges Israel to quit Eurovision 'in solidarity for Palestinian, Israeli suffering'
As KAN keeps low profile around Israel’s participation to avoid controversy, singer and 2009 representative urges voluntary withdrawal, while Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have announced boycott of the competition
Ran Boker | 12.07.25
יובל רפאל באירוויזיון
How Israel avoided Eurovision ouster and the diplomatic push that changed the vote
Israel’s delegation mounted an intensive lobbying effort in Geneva, backed by a special team formed by President Herzog, as the EBU advanced new rules critics said targeted Israel
Ran Boker | 12.04.25
יובל רפאל באירוויזיון
Israel cleared to compete in Eurovision 2026; Spain, Netherlands, Slovenia, Ireland to boycott
Vote, held by secret ballot as part of a broader approval of new contest rules, followed months of debate over Israel’s participation amid the war in Gaza and public pressure from several European broadcasters
Ran Boker | 12.04.25
יובל רפאל בגמר אירוויזיון 2025
Spain makes it official: It will boycott Eurovision if Israel participates
A week before crucial debate on Israel's participation, Spain says it will boycott the event unless Israel is kicked out, and says Israel 'systematically violated the contest’s rules and used them for political purposes while other countries are punished for same behavior'
Ran Boker | 11.28.25
אלון אהל מנגן בפסתר בכיכר החטופים
Alon Ohel plays piano set up for him in Hostages' Square | Watch
For nearly 2 years, the piano had been waiting for Alon Ohel at Hostages' Square in Tel Aviv; he played 'Song Without a Name' by Yehudit Ravitz, which he said strengthened him in captivity
Ran Boker | 11.19.25
גלצ
Defense Minister Katz orders closure of Army Radio by March 2026
Katz calls move necessary to preserve the IDF’s nonpartisan character; decision follows months of review by an advisory committee he appointed in June to examine the station’s future
Ran Boker | 11.12.25
גל גדות
Gal Gadot named 2026 Genesis Prize laureate for support of Israel, advocacy for October 7 victims
World's most successful Israeli actress honored for her public condemnation of Hamas, efforts to spotlight victims and hostages and commitment to Jewish values; 'I love my country and dedicate this award to the organizations who will help Israel heal'
Ran Boker | 11.11.25
נגה ארז
Israeli singer Noga Erez says her team and fans were attacked by protesters in Mexico
Israeli singer Noga Erez said she received threats before her Mexico City show, where protesters used violence against her crew and fans: 'While I fully respect freedom of speech and expression, these people know nothing about me or what I’m about,' she wrote
Ran Boker | 11.10.25
יו"ר תאגיד השידור האוסטרי, נשיא המדינה ובכירי כאן
'Inseparable part of the contest': Austrian broadcaster backs Israel’s place in Eurovision ahead of EBU talks
With several European countries calling to bar Israel from next year’s contest, ORF chairman Roland Weissmann meets President Herzog and Kan officials in Jerusalem, voicing firm support as Israel’s participation appears increasingly likely
Ran Boker | 11.10.25
הרב האדמו"ר יאשיהו פינטו וקנייה ווסט
Kanye West meets Rabbi Pinto in New York, expresses regret for antisemitic tirades
In emotional conversation, controversial rapper takes responsibility for past statements, calls meeting a first step toward rebuilding trust; Rabbi Pinto, who previously served prison time for bribery, says Judaism is rooted in repentance and redemption
Ran Boker, Shilo Freid | 11.06.25
עטיפת הסינגל של עדן בן זקן, Queen of Roses
Israeli pop star Eden Ben-Zaken releases first English-language song ahead of US tour
Queen of Roses, written and composed by Grammy-winning Swedish songwriter Jonas Myrin, draws its title from earlier Hebrew hit Malka Shel HaShoshanim (Queen of the Roses), though artist’s team emphasized that the two are entirely different songs
Ran Boker | 10.28.25
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