Israel Confirmed for Eurovision 2024 Amid Gaza War Controversy

Despite calls for exclusion over the Gaza conflict, Israel will compete in Eurovision, backed by a significant show of support from the entertainment industry.

Israel will participate in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest despite calls for its exclusion due to the ongoing war in Gaza.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) reviewed and confirmed Israel's eligibility, emphasizing Eurovision's non-political nature and competition among broadcasters, not governments.
Over 400 celebrities and entertainment figures, including Helen Mirren and Gene Simmons, signed an open letter supporting Israel's inclusion, arguing against turning Eurovision into a tool of politics.
Israel's representative, Eden Golan, will compete in the semi-final on May 9, aiming for a spot in the grand final.
The decision to include Israel has sparked debate, with some artists and countries calling for a boycott or Israel's exclusion, comparing the situation to Russia's ban following its invasion of Ukraine.