Amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, Israeli singer Eden Golan faced backlash at the Eurovision Song Contest, with calls for boycott and protests.

Eden Golan, Israeli singer of the Eurovision entry "Hurricane," which had to be rewritten to remove political references, showcased the original version, "October Rain," at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv as a gesture of solidarity with those held in Gaza.

Allison Kaplan Sommer and Noah Efron discuss two significant topics focusing on Israel's incursion into Rafah and a new film about rape and sexual assault of Israeli women.

The text reflects the author's deep connection to the Eurovision Song Contest, highlighting the joy and pride they feel when Israel participates in the competition.

In Moments' BIvrit column, the Israeli press coverage of varying news themes is highlighted.

During the Eurovision Song Contest in 2024, Israel's participation became a focal point of protests, reflecting a deep global divide over Israel and Gaza.

Israeli Eurovision contestant Eden Golan faced harsh response and social ostracization during the competition due to political tensions surrounding Israel and the Israel-Hamas War.

Despite facing protests and backlash due to the conflict in Gaza, Israel's Eden Golan placed fifth at the Eurovision Song Contest, with her success driven by the popular vote rather than the juries.

Despite not being a regular viewer of Eurovision, the writer was drawn to the recent competition due to the controversy surrounding the treatment of Israel's contestant, Eden Golan, by anti-Israel activists.

Eden Golan represented Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, placing fifth with the song "Hurricane" amid mixed reactions from the audience.

A queer nightclub in Brooklyn, known as 3 Dollar Bill, canceled its Eurovision screening after Israeli singer Eden Golan advanced to the finals.

Israeli singer Eden Golan advanced to the Eurovision final despite facing protests in Malm, Sweden, due to Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

Eden Golan of Israel triumphed by qualifying for the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final amid protests against Israeli participation.

Eden Golan, Israel's 20-year-old representative in Eurovision 2024, advanced to the finals after performing her song "Hurricane" despite facing challenges due to political neutrality rules.

Israeli fans defied warnings not to attend the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest due to concerns over safety following Oct. 7 events.

Amid the ongoing war in Gaza, Israeli contestant Eden Golan is facing protests and backlash as she competes in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malm, Sweden.

Eden Golan, representing Israel at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malm, Sweden, is on a mission to redefine Israel's image through her performance of the song "Hurricane."

Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry, "Hurricane" by Eden Golan, stands out as a dramatic power ballad with somber and dark tones, differing from previous more upbeat Israeli entries.

Israel released a new version of its Eurovision entry, "Hurricane," toned down from an earlier song, "October Rain," to remove political references.

Israel has been approved to participate in the Eurovision music competition after its latest song submission, "Hurricane," was accepted following the rejection of its previous entries, "October Rain" and "Dance Forever," due to political messaging violations.

Eden Golan's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest representing Israel is in jeopardy due to a dispute over the songs she wants to perform.

Eden Golan has been chosen to represent Israel in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.