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Yuval Raphael
From Pittsburgh to Israel, American oleh shares Israeli culture with global audience through podcast
Jake Gillis, who moved to Israel from Pittsburgh, hosts Israeli artists in English on his podcast to make local music accessible to American Jews, arguing that since October 7 much of Israeli music has reflected hope, endurance and a drive for renewal
Yaniv Pohoryles
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02.12.26
Israel picks Eurovision 2026 song, co-written by Yuval Raphael
Chosen from 200 entries, the trilingual track—written by last year's contestant—will be performed by Noam Bettan and unveiled March 5; public broadcaster Kan says song marks stylistic shift after two years of ballads
Ran Boker
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02.06.26
Yuval Raphael: ‘Since October 7, I’ve suffered dissociation and severe memory problems’
Nine months after finishing second at Eurovision, Yuval Raphael is selling out shows worldwide, navigating a long-distance relationship with partner Ido Malka and coping with memory problems since October 7
Dina Halutz
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02.03.26
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Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia and now Iceland have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 in protest of Israel’s participation, a backlash driven largely by domestic politics and public pressure, including accusations over the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
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12.10.25
Israel moves ahead with plans to select Eurovision contestant despite uncertainty
Despite uncertainty over Israel’s Eurovision participation, Kan will again select the country’s contestant via 'The Next Star'; If Israel is disqualified in a November EBU vote, the show’s winner will receive a different, yet-to-be-decided prize
Ran Boker
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09.30.25
Israel’s Eurovision future in jeopardy as EBU sets November vote
The EBU clarified that only a simple majority is needed to block Israel from Eurovision 2026, not the 75% Kan had expected; Israel’s broadcaster warned the move politicizes the contest and risks sidelining one of its most successful participants
Ran Boker
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09.26.25
Eurovision defends Israel’s second-place finish amid voting fraud allegations
Contest director outlines anti-fraud measures and diaspora voting patterns after Yuval Raphael's strong showing sparks controversy
Ran Boker
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05.23.25
Austria’s Eurovision winner walks back call to ban Israel from competition
JJ backtracks after criticizing Israel’s participation, saying his comments were misunderstood and reaffirming opposition to violence against civilians amid backlash over his earlier remarks and voting system concerns
Ran Boker
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05.22.25
Eurovision winner JJ: 'I hope next year would be without Israel'
Austrian singer, who won with Wasted Love, calls Israel’s presence in contest 'disappointing,' urges changes to the televoting system and says he was stopped from displaying a pride flag onstage
Ran Boker
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05.22.25
'You moved an entire nation': Netanyahu calls to congratulate Eurovision star Yuval Raphael
Delayed phone call draws attention, particularly after a segment featuring the performance’s director, Yoav Tzafir, was omitted from the official video released by the Prime Minister’s Office
Ran Boker
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05.21.25
Shady Shae opens up about supporting Yuval Raphael: 'She is a beacon of Light'
In an emotional interview, viral content creator says Israeli contestant’s Eurovision message of hope deeply moved him, slams backlash as 'antisemitic'; 'Imagine surviving a massacre and still being booed—she sang from the soul'
Ynetnews
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05.19.25
Yuval Raphael to perform at concert honoring Nova festival survivors
The singer, survivor of the Oct. 7 massacre herself, will perform in a Tel Aviv concert titled We Will Dance Again – Together, with all proceeds benefiting survivors and bereaved families
Ran Boker
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05.19.25
Yuval Raphael lands in Israel after Eurovision triumph: ‘No true victory without hostages’
The Israeli singer and survivor of the Nova music festival massacre finished second at the final in Basel with an emotional and powerful performance of New Day Will Rise
Roy Rubinstein
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05.18.25
Eurovision vote reflects public’s growing disillusionment with Palestinian narrative
Opinion: Despite protests and officials' posturing, average person sees reality differently: violent, indiscriminate antisemitism against Jews and Israelis by radical Islamists and far left
Zeev Avrahami
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05.18.25
Dutch protesters try to reach Yuval Raphael on stage during Eurovision final | Watch
The protesters shout 'free Palestine' as they attempt to reach the stage as the Israeli performer begins her song, spraying paint on the audience before being overpowered by security and shin Bet agents
Ran Boker
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05.18.25
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