Israel's Eurovision Entry 'Hurricane' Unveiled Amid Controversy

After initial rejection due to political lyrics, Israel's revised Eurovision song 'Hurricane' gains approval, spotlighting the nation's resilience.

Israel's Eurovision candidate, Eden Golan, will perform 'Hurricane' in Malmo, Sweden, after the song's video was officially released.
The original song 'October Rain' was rejected for its political lyrics referencing the Hamas massacre, prompting a revision to meet Eurovision's apolitical standards.
President Isaac Herzog's intervention led to the song's lyrical changes, emphasizing prayers and hope over explicit references to national pain.
'Hurricane' symbolizes personal and national resilience, with Eden Golan conveying a message of overcoming a personal crisis.
Israel's participation in Eurovision remains a point of cultural pride and international contention amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.