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נועם בתן בחזרת השופטים של גמר אירוויזיון 2026

'Second place is a win for us': Israel rises with boost from public vote and renewed jury support

Israel finishes second at Eurovision 2026 with a strong public vote and improved jury support, as Noam Bettan and 'Michelle' earn 343 points and points from 22 of 34 juries plus Poland’s top score after years of limited backing

Aya Chajut, Ran Boker, Vienna | 05.17.26

נעם בתן והמשלחת הישראלית במהלך חלוקת הניקוד

Bulgaria wins Eurovision 2026, Israel finishes second in dramatic Vienna final

Israel finishes second at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 for the second straight year as Noam Bettan earns 220 public points and 123 jury points for his performance of 'Michelle'

Ran Boker, Raz Shechnik, Roy Elman, Vienna | 05.17.26

Eurovision 2026 final: Noam Bettan delivers flawless performance, ends with 'Am Yisrael Chai' | Watch

Noam Bettan delivered a stunning performance of 'Michelle' at the Eurovision final in Vienna; he is currently fifth in the betting odds, and the arena greeted him with loud cheers that drowned out the boos

Ran Boker, Raz Shechnik, Roi Alman, Vienna | 05.17.26

הפגנה פרו-פלסטינית בווינה שעות לפני גמר האירוויזיון

Hours before Eurovision, hundreds rally against Israel in Vienna

Hours before the Eurovision final in Vienna, hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters marched against Israel’s participation, waving Palestinian, Iranian and Lebanese flags as Noam Bettan prepared to perform 'Michelle'

Ran Boker, Vienna | 05.16.26

Not everyone is booing: Eurovision fans in Vienna share support for Israel’s entry

Ahead of the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final in Vienna, ynet Global took to the streets, Eurovision Village and arena plaza to hear directly from fans about Israel’s song 'Michelle', and despite political tensions surrounding the competition, many voiced support for Israel and praised the country’s long Eurovision legacy

Roi Alman | 05.16.26

נועם בתן בחזרת השופטים לפני גמר האירוויזיון

Noam Bettan impresses crowd at Eurovision jury rehersal ahead of Grand Final in Vienna

Noam Bettan took the stage at Eurovision jury rehearsal in Vienna, earning applause amid Palestinian flags, Israeli fans praised

Ran Boker, Vienna | 05.15.26

These are the countries in Eurovision's 2nd semifinal that won a place in the final

Before the the second semifinal, a pro-Israel rally was held in Vienna’s Maria Theresa Square; Vienna resident Marie-Lousia tells Israelis: 'We stand with you here in Vienna. Am Yisrael Chai! Stay strong. We are keeping our fingers crossed for you'

Roy Elman and Ran Boker in Vienna | 05.15.26

MQ Kantine, בית הקפה בווינה שאימץ את ישראל

Vienna café owner opens her doors to Israeli Eurovision fans despite boycott pressure

MQ Kantine owner Lisa Wegenstein says she wanted to send a message against boycotts after no other Vienna café agreed to host Israel’s Eurovision delegation and fans

Roy Elman | 05.12.26

'Michelle' is ready: Noam Bettan holds last rehearsal before Eurovision semi-final | Watch

The main dancer who portrays Michelle returned to the stage after a head injury caused by a photographer; Palestinian flags will not be banned this year and were seen waving during the dress rehearsal

Ran Boker in Vienna | 05.12.26

Shin Bet, Mossad and Austrian elite units: heavy security for Israel ahead of Eurovision opening ceremony

As Eurovision week opens in Vienna, Israel’s Noam Bettan will walk the turquoise carpet under unusually tight Israeli and Austrian security amid fears of attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets

Ran Boker | 05.10.26

'Michelle,' betting odds and Israel controversy: Eurovision 2026 guide

Noam Bettan heads to Vienna with 'Michelle,' a giant 'diamond' prop and strong betting odds, as Israel faces a tense Eurovision 2026 contest marked by rule changes, boycott threats and withdrawals

Omer Tessel | 05.10.26

Noam Bettan emerges from ‘diamond’ in Eurovision rehearsal, drawing rave reactions

Noam Bettan’s first Eurovision rehearsal in Vienna for 'Michelle' reveals giant 'diamond' prop; strong vocals praised in semi-final

Ran Boker | 05.03.26

Inside Israel’s Eurovision 2026 mission: boos, boycotts, security and hopes of victory

With Eurovision set to begin in Vienna, Israel’s delegation is preparing for boos, Palestinian flags and complex security scenarios, while four countries boycott the contest over Israel’s participation and new voting rules threaten to weaken its public support; still, Noam Bettan’s team is aiming for victory

Ran Boker | 05.01.26

מחבל ש תכנן פיגוע ב הופעה של טיילור סוויפט אוסטריה וינה

Trial opens for ISIS-linked suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert terror plot

Beran A., who pledged allegiance to ISIS, stockpiled TATP explosives and planned to ram his car into Taylor Swift fans outside her Vienna concert, entered court with his face covered; photos released before the hearing showed a bottle of 'milky' explosive material in his family’s refrigerator and a bomb trigger device

ynet, News Agencies | 04.28.26

Agam Berger receives the Voice of Jewish Identity Award at the 2026 Yael Awards. Photographed with Chaya Yosovich, CEO, Yael Foundation and Max Portelli, CFO of Soft2Bet

From Vienna to the Diaspora, the Yael Awards reflect a confident Jewish future

Educators from dozens of countries gathered in Vienna for the 2026 Yael Awards, highlighting how Jewish schools worldwide are strengthening identity through education, leadership and shared standards

ynet Global | 02.11.26

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