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Far-right activists threaten to add fuel to Malmo fire

During Eurovision in Malmo, far-right activists, including politician Rasmus Paludan, threaten protests against Sweden for hosting contest there, citing the city's reputation

Zeev Avrahami, Malmo | 05.11.24

'Music is above politics': What Eurovision fans think of Eden Golan

Despite the tense atmosphere surrounding Israel's participation in the contest, there are fans in Malmo who appreciate Eden Golan's song and some even hope she wins

Raz Shechnik | 05.10.24

Ynet reporter beaten by protesters in Malmo: 'A blunt object hit my head hard'

Zeev Avrahami in Malmo to cover events around the Eurovision Song Contest for Ynet is attacked by participants in an anti-Israel protest; protesters demand he prove he is not Jewish or Israeli, Avrahami tells them 'I am both'

‎Zeev Avrahami‎ | 05.09.24

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

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

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

עדן גולן בחזרה הראשונה על במת אירוויזיון 2024

Eden Golan arrives in Malmo ahead of Eurovision, encounters protests

Israeli delegation arrives in Malmo and is informed about massive protests expected to take place near the arena; Golan takes the Swedish stage for her first rehearsal under Israeli and production security

Ran Boker | 04.30.24

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

Malmo security officials say all set for Eurovision contest

Swedish officials say Israelis would be safe walking with flags on city streets; Malmo forces to be bolstered by security from Denmark and Norway with special measures to secure Eurovision venues in place

Roy Elman | 04.18.24

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

With 6 weeks to Eurovision, 2 arrested over suspected Islamist plot on Swedish parliament

German authorities arrest Afghan nationals suspected of being affiliated with the Islamic State and who planned to carry out a shooting attack in Sweden

Ynet, Reuters | 03.19.24

גרפיטי פרו-פלסטיני על כרזות האירוויזיון במאלמו

EBU denounces anti-Israel vandalism in Malmo: 'Understandable, but unacceptable'

European Broadcasting Union says trashing of Eurovision billboards is a result of valid opinions surrounding the current war, and that people want their voices heard

Ran Boker | 03.18.24

Eurovision signs vandalized around Malmo after Israel's participation approved

Pro-Palestinian activists graffitied Gaza-related slogans on the music contest's signs throughout the Swedish city in response to the confirmation of Israel's participation in Eurovision ;Israel is expected to bolster its delegation's security compared to previous years

Ran Boker | 03.13.24

Israel reveals Eden Golan's 2024 Eurovision song 'Hurricane'

After stirring up a whole storm even before its release and undergoing numerous transformations until its final form, the Israeli Eurovision song, 'Hurricane,' has been unveiled

Ran Boker | 03.11.24

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