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The precautionary measures come amidst escalating tensions surrounding Israel's participation in Eurovision, particularly in the wake of the ongoing war in Gaza
Security services are preparing for announced pro-Palestinian protests as well as potential terrorist attacks as tensions over Israel's participation remain high
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In a rare political statement, contest organizers attempted to explain their decision by saying 'artists come to Eurovision to share the universal message of unity through the language of music'
Herzog emphasized the significance of showcasing Israel's spiritual and cultural strengths, especially amidst efforts to exclude the nation from various platforms
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The Eurovision site itself is expected to be secure, according to the official, however, concerns center on potential risks within the broader city of Malmo
Variety magazine describes the canceled event as the city's "biggest screening party" for Eurovision
The EBU informed Kan of the approval, signaling the end of a contentious period that saw Israel's initial entry, "October Rain," facing rejection
Belgian Culture Minister Benedicte Linard and Flemish counterpart Benjamin Dalle have joined the growing chorus of voices advocating for Israel's exclusion
The decision comes in response to the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) disqualification of "October Rain" due to its perceived political overtones
The song, titled "October Rain," is said to make reference to the Hamas massacre on October 7 in southern Israel
Golan won the chance to represent the nation after performing 'I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing' as tribute to hostages at 'HaKokhav HaBa' (‘The Next Star’) show
Her partner is Jewish, and her brother currently serves in the Israeli army, deployed in the Gaza Strip
Association of Composers and Lyricists of Iceland demands disqualification of Israeli performers citing 'war and killing of innocent civilians'
The song will be a part of the Israeli artist's upcoming album scheduled for release in January 2024.
It was the American gymnast's first appearance after an unexpected withdrawal from several events at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021
'I hope that together we will use this opportunity to discuss history, commemoration of the victims of Holocaust and other WWII crimes,' says Polish official
The Poland-Kirel saga continues, after her Eurovision statement which brought up the Holocaust
The pop star has been getting a lot of backlash from Poland, after being given full 12 points for third place performance
Kirel, 22, who came to the meeting with the prime minister with her parents, Amir and Ilana, and her brother Niv
Juries from Italy, Azerbaijan, France, Armenia and Poland gave Kirel's 'Unicorn' top marks
Finalists were decided by the public alone, with no judges having a say this year
At the end of her rehearsal, Kirel received cheers from the 14 other delegations participating in the same semi-final
'You have no idea what a huge honor it is for me to represent our country'
'I really feel like I represent Israel in every way'