European Broadcasting Union


Eurovision Song Contest changes voting rules after controversial allegations against Israel

The new rules by the European Broadcasting Union discourage governments and third parties from "disproportionately promoting" songs to sway voters.

 Yuval Raphael, representing Israel, attends the second semi-final of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, in Basel, Switzerland, May 15, 2025

EBU cancels vote to boot Israel from Eurovision following Israel-Hamas ceasefire

The vote on Israel’s participation was proposed because several countries that take part in Eurovision, including Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Iceland.

 YUVAL RAPHAEL, enveloped by an Israeli flag at the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, was also enveloped by the Israeli people.