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Switzerland Imposes Comprehensive Ban on Hamas – How Will This Impact Eurovision 2025?

May 2, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Essential tools to combat terrorism": Switzerland takes a firm stance with new legislation against Hamas. How will the new ban affect Eurovision 2025? In a move that could change the rules of the game, Switzerland—a country long renowned for its unwavering neutrality and cautious diplomacy—has imposed a comprehensive ban on Hamas, just ahead of Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel. The new legislation, born out of the deadly terrorist attack of October 7, marks a dramatic shift in Switzerland’s foreign policy and has sparked widespread reactions both domestically and internationally. Will this step ensure a safer competition, or might it further inflame tensions surrounding the year’s biggest event? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New Legislation Against Hamas: "Essential Tools to Combat Terrorism" The Swiss government announced that a new law banning Hamas and all affiliated organizations will come into force on May 15, the same day that Israel’s representative, Yuval Raphael, is set to take the Eurovision stage....

Which Famous Former Eurovision Star Will Announce Georgia’s Points at Eurovision 2025?

May 2, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Georgia at Eurovision 2025: Which well-known Eurovision star will present the Georgian jury’s points during the grand final of Eurovision 2025? Georgia’s national broadcaster 1TV has revealed that Nutsa Buzaladze will serve as the spokesperson for the Georgian jury during the grand final of Eurovision 2025. Nutsa, who performed last year at the contest and placed 21st with the song “Firefighter”, has been selected this year for the exciting role of delivering the Georgian jury’s points. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nutsa Returns to Eurovision in a New Role On May 17, during the grand final of Eurovision 2025, it will be Nutsa Buzaladze who announces the results of the Georgian jury’s voting. This choice is no coincidence: Nutsa is considered one of the artists most closely associated with the contest in her country, and following her impressive performance last year, the decision to bring her back this time as the spokesperson was warmly welcomed by the local audience. Georgia’s 2025...

Watch Now: Eurovision 2025 Stage Revealed!

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 by Aviad Berger Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2025 stage was officially unveiled in a video on the contest’s official YouTube channel. What does the stage look like in action? All the details are in the article! Less than a day before rehearsals begin at St. Jakobshalle-the venue set to host Eurovision 2025 in Basel in less than two weeks-the Eurovision page has released a special video revealing the competition’s stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Stage: Alpine Beauty Meets Technology The stage designer, Florian Weider, now designing for the eighth time, stated that the stage design highlights numerous Swiss elements. The Alps are visible on stage, which, according to Weider, are “what makes Switzerland so special”. Additionally, the stage features a four-sided frame representing Switzerland’s four official languages: German, French, Romansh, and Italian. The stage is wrapped in a three-dimensional network of lights, with LED screens positioned behind it. This year, the audience will be closer to the stage than ever before, as the venue’s space...

The Netherlands vs. the EBU: To Appeal the Eurovision Flag Policy!

May 2, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "It’s wrong to ban these flags at Eurovision": The Netherlands launches a new battle against the EBU over the new flag policy. What’s behind the move? The controversy surrounding Eurovision 2025, set to take place in just over a week in Basel, shows no signs of stopping—and this time, the Netherlands is at the forefront of the struggle. The Dutch national broadcaster, AVROTROS, officially announced that it will file an objection to the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) new flag policy, which limits participating countries to displaying only their national flags during Eurovision. The decision was made by the broadcaster’s management after a meeting with the Dutch LGBTQ+ rights organization "COC," as reported by Dutch news outlet AD. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The New Directive: National Flags Only According to the new flag policy, set to come into effect at Eurovision 2025, only national flags will be allowed in the official areas of the contest—including onstage and in the green room,...

Which Famous Former Contestant Will Announce Ukraine’s Points at Eurovision 2025?

April 30, 2025May 1, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukraine at Eurovision 2025: Ukraine at Eurovision 2025: which famous Eurovision star will present the Ukrainian jury points during the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final? The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, has revealed that Jerry Heil will serve as the spokesperson for the Ukrainian jury during the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final. Jerry Heil, who performed last year in the competition alongside alyona alyona and achieved third place with the song "Teresa & Maria", has been chosen this year for the exciting role of announcing Ukraine's points. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Family Connection: Jerry Heil’s Emotional Message In an official statement, Jerry Heil expressed deep emotion about her new role: "Eurovision is a family. Once you become part of it, the bond is forever. It’s a safe place where you can truly be yourself, and where the music of your soul can be heard. Last year, we talked about our dream for Ukrainian music to be heard...

How Did the EBU Respond to Calls to Ban Israel from Eurovision?

April 30, 2025May 1, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A firm response: How did the EBU react to calls to ban Israel from Eurovision? And what is the official guideline regarding Palestinian flags? All the details inside. In about a week, the Israeli delegation will head to Basel, Switzerland, accompanied by Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2025. She will perform the song “New Day Will Rise” as the 14th act in the running order of the second semi-final, scheduled for May 15. Against the backdrop of the ongoing war in Gaza and increasing calls from several European Union countries to boycott Israel, the EBU has released a firm and clear response: Israel will continue to participate in Eurovision 2025, doing so exactly as it has since 1973 – as a full member of the union, not as an extension of its government. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "This Is Not a Contest Between Governments": A Clear and Decisive Message The EBU left no room for doubt. In an official response...

Basel Approves: Protests Against Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2025 Will Proceed

April 30, 2025 by Guy Solo Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama in Basel ahead of Eurovision 2025, as protests targeting Israel spark security concerns. Authorities respond with a surprising decision. What threatens the festive spirit of Europe’s biggest music event? Eurovision 2025 is less than two weeks away, yet the drama has already begun. In recent days, public calls have circulated on Swiss social media platforms urging people to participate in a mass protest against Israel’s participation in the upcoming contest in Basel, Switzerland. Behind these calls stands a new movement named "Escalate For Palestine", which is promoting a full boycott of the event in protest of Israel not being excluded from the competition—despite its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip. The movement has announced plans for a major demonstration on May 17, the day of the Eurovision Grand Final, at Barfüsserplatz, the city’s central square. Additionally, it has promoted a series of protest actions throughout Eurovision week in Basel, including encouraging the public to engage in...

Audience Champions: Will the Notorious Eurovision Runners-Up Return to the 2025 Stage?

April 30, 2025May 3, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Beloved audience favorites are set to return: Käärijä and Baby Lasagna, both crowd-vote winners and runners-up, will perform as guest acts at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. A post published on the official Eurovision social media channels revealed that two of the contest’s most prominent stars in recent years, Käärijä and Baby Lasagna, will appear at Eurovision 2025 as part of one of the interval acts. Käärijä, who represented Finland at Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool, England. with the song “Cha Cha Cha”, secured first place in the public vote and finished second overall-a result that marked Finland’s best performance since its 2006 only victory. In addition, Käärijä also performed as a guest at Eurovision 2024, held in Malmö, Sweden. Joining him on stage will be Baby Lasagna, who represented Croatia at Eurovision 2024 with the song “Rim Tim Tagi Dim”. He too won the public vote and finished second in the final - Croatia’s highest-ever ranking in Eurovision history. The two, known as close...

Malta: Which Fan-Favorite Former Representative Will Perform at Eurovision 2025?

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Another beloved past star returns to the stage: Destiny, Malta's representative for Eurovision 2021 (and the canceled 2020 contest) and winner of Junior Eurovision 2015, will take part in the guest performances at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. In a joint announcement on social media by Destiny and the Swiss national broadcaster and the official Eurovision page, the singer revealed that she is expected to perform at Eurovision 2025. Destiny, who was chosen to represent Malta in Eurovision 2020 with the song "All of My Love," did not get to perform that year due to the contest's cancellation amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The following year, she returned to the stage with the song "Je me casse," which earned her seventh place with 255 points - one of Malta's best results in the past decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At this stage, it has not yet been announced in which of the three broadcasts of the competition Destiny will appear - one...

Montenegro: Who Are the Creative Minds Behind Nina Žižić’s Eurovision 2025 Performance?

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nina Žižić, Montenegro’s Eurovision 2025 representative, has revealed new details about her upcoming performance in Basel, Switzerland, including the designers and directors shaping her Eurovision appearance. Nina Žižić, Montenegro's representative for Eurovision 2025 with the song "Dobrodošli" (translated as "Welcome"), spoke in an interview with the Montenegrin magazine "MNE magazin" about her costume and stage direction for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The singer revealed that her outfit was designed by Amina Hasanbegović, a renowned Serbian fashion designer who has worked with many Balkan stars. Žižić previously noted in an interview with the Serbian outlet "BLIC" that her Eurovision costume will be similar to the one she wore at the Montenegrin national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Directing Team and Artistic Approach The singer confirmed that her performance will be directed by a well-known trio: Dalibor Ivanković, Boris Subotić, and Aleksandar Maričić - the same team behind her staging at the national selection "Montesong." According to Nina, alongside her vocal and...