Despite Spain’s PM Calling for Ban, Israel’s Yuval Raphael Takes 2nd Place at Eurovision
Israel faced intense antisemitic criticism during Eurovision 2025, with calls for its exclusion and accusations of vote manipulation, yet Yuval Raphael’s performance soared her to second place. Her success, amidst protests and political backlash, highlighted the strength and unity of the Jewish people on a global stage.
Eliana Fleming
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