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Secret Talks in Iceland: Nordic States to Debate Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2026

October 6, 2025October 7, 2025 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nordic broadcasters meet in Reykjavik with EBU to debate Israel’s Eurovision 2026 status amid political tensions and conflicting positions Stefán Jón Hafstein, Chairman of the Broadcasting Council of Iceland’s national broadcaster, broke his silence by calling for Israel’s immediate exclusion from Eurovision. His opinion piece in Icelandic news outlet Vísir sparked heated debate in Iceland and across Nordic countries, echoing in Israel as well. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hafstein revealed that Nordic national broadcaster directors will soon convene in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, for a closed, high-profile meeting attended by an EBU representative. The envoy is tasked with gauging Nordic sentiment, but many delegations appear to have already reached firm positions. Six Reasons Behind the Demand In his article, Hafstein outlined six decisive arguments for expulsion, led by the UN Special Inquiry Committee’s report alleging Israel’s commission of genocide in Gaza. “It has long been evident to all that Israel’s government violates international law, commits crimes...

Two Remain in The Race To Represent Cyprus at Eurovision 2026!

October 6, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); CyBC revealed eight finalists for Eurovision 2026, mixing veteran contenders and newcomers. Now it was revealed that two artists remain in the race to represent the country! CyBC has announced the eight final candidates to represent the country at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Now it was revealed that two artists only remain in the race to represent the country in Eurovision 2026. Cyprus has already confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2026 and stated that the representative will be chosen by a professional committee. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Contestants: Familiar Names and Fresh Faces Josephine The first on the list is a highly popular singer. Rumors of her attempts to represent either Greece or Cyprus at Eurovision have circulated for years. Evangelia Another artist often mentioned among Eurovision fans as a likely contender. Once again, her name appears this year, maintaining her consistent presence. Nina Mazani This year’s surprise inclusion. Though she emerged in recent years, she already has a unique career...

Will the Next “Espresso Macchiato” Come from Poland?

October 6, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A new contender aims to represent Poland at Eurovision 2026 with a song breaking all the rules. After Kaarija, Joost Klein, and Tommy Cash, is Poland ready to amaze Europe again? Is a love song for Poland coming after Espresso Macchiato? A new track emerging from Poland, reminiscent of the humorous and playful style of past candidates like Kaarija, Joost Klein, and Tommy Cash, is attracting significant attention and is shaping up to be one of the contenders for representing the country at Eurovision 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Polish singer Przemek Kucyk recently released his new song, “Polska Gurom” (in English: Poland on Top), a funny, almost troll-like song based on Western stereotypes about Poland. The track, blending broken Polish and English with an accent, has enjoyed great success in Poland and worldwide. Przemek is likely planning to submit it for Eurovision 2026. In the music video, Przemek flips through a book showing caricatures of Poland’s Eurovision representatives — including Alicja Szemplinska (who was to represent Poland...

Sweden: Who Are the Four Artists Competing in Melodifestivalen 2026?

October 6, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Swedish media reports four artists are likely to enter the Swedish Eurovision selection, Melodifestivalen 2026, and Eurovision fans know them all! Who are the artists expected to compete this year? As anticipation for Melodifestivalen 2026 rises, rumors and media reports about the stars set to take the stage are fueling excitement in Sweden’s music scene. The question on everyone’s mind: who will step onto the big stage this year to deliver another smash hit? After reports that the duo Medina is likely returning next year, media outlets are now surfacing four more artist names. Who are they? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The first name very familiar to Eurovision fans is Meira Omar, who participated last year with the hit single “Hush Hush,” which advanced to the final through the second chance round and finished in tenth place. The second name recognized by Eurovision followers is Saga Ludvigsson, age 19, who last year performed the song “Hate You So Much,” which reached the final as a...

German Chancellor Draws a Red Line: If Israel Is Expelled from Eurovision, Germany Must Withdraw

October 6, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Scandal": German Chancellor Friedrich Merz vows that Germany will withdraw from Eurovision 2026 if Israel is expelled, stirring diplomatic waves and reshaping the balance of power in the European contest. What would happen to the Eurovision Song Contest if one of Europe’s strongest countries decided to withdraw? German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has publicly backed Germany’s withdrawal from the competition if Israel is expelled. What does this suggest about the leverage of countries like Germany compared to others — such as Spain and the Netherlands — which recently declared they would boycott the contest if Israel does participate? The Chancellor’s new statement shifts the balance of power, but does it carry practical weight within the competition’s framework? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany’s Position and Merz’s Statement In a clear and assertive interview with German media, the Chancellor stated: “If Israel is expelled, I will support our non-participation.” This is one of the most striking political statements made by a senior European leader in...

Never Stops for a Moment: Another Tremendous Achievement for Yuval Raphael!

October 5, 2025 by Neta Geffen Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Yuval Raphael, Israel’s Eurovision 2025 representative, will perform the English theme song for “One Day in October”, an Israeli drama about the October 7th attacks, premiering soon on HBO Max in the USA. Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2025, has been chosen to perform the English theme song for the new Israeli drama series “One Day in October”, produced by "yes". The series, recently acquired for international broadcast by HBO, is set to premiere in the United States this week - coinciding with the anniversary of the October 7th terror attack, a date of profound emotional significance for the Israeli public. The combination of the show’s theme, its security backdrop, and Raphael’s personal story creates a deeply emotional connection, positioning “One Day in October” as one of Israel’s most anticipated television productions of the coming year. Watch the trailer: הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎One Day in October‎‏ (@‏‎onedayinoctoberofficial‎‏)‎‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...

Charlotte Perrelli In? The Date Spain Will Reveal Its Benidorm Fest Contestants

October 5, 2025October 6, 2025 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Spain’s national broadcaster will reveal the Benidorm Fest 2026 contestants by mid-October, with songs set to premiere on December 18th. Eurovision 1999 winner Charlotte Perrelli has submitted a song Spain remains steadfast despite tensions: the contestants of Benidorm Fest 2026 are set to be unveiled within the next two weeks, with the competing songs revealed on December 18th, according to head of the Spanish delegation César Vallejo during a meeting of the OGAE Spain. Although the country has threatened to withdraw from Eurovision over Israel’s participation, Vallejo confirmed that the festival will be held under any circumstance. At the same event, it was confirmed that Charlotte Perrelli, winner of Eurovision 1999 and a current resident of Spain, has submitted a song for the festival. Perrelli returned to the Eurovision stage in 2008 representing Sweden with “Hero”, finishing in 18th place. Since then, she has made three unsuccessful attempts to compete again through Sweden’s Melodifestivalen. 870 Submissions for the 2026...

End of an Era in Italy’s Sanremo: Carlo Conti Bids Farewell to the Stage, and Everyone In Italy is Talking About It

October 4, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); End of an era: Carlo Conti, the man who became a symbol of Featival Di Sanremo, ends his journey after more than 40 years with RAI and five unforgettable editions as host and artistic director. Featival Di Sanremo 2026 will mark a historic moment not only for Italian music but also as a farewell to one of its defining figures. Carlo Conti, the cheerful yet meticulous television personality who led the iconic event over five editions, has announced that the upcoming festival will be his last as both host and artistic director. For many in Italy - and Eurovision fans in Israel - this truly signals the end of an era. Featival Di Sanremo is widely regarded as one of Italy’s most respected and influential music events, held annually in the coastal city of Sanremo in northern Italy. Beyond its role as a national cultural celebration, the festival has a deep historical connection - it inspired the very...

Who Will Represent Cyprus at Eurovision 2026? Here Are the Eight Finalists

October 4, 2025 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); CyBC reveals eight finalists for Eurovision 2026, mixing veteran contenders and newcomers. The chosen artist will represent Cyprus in Vienna’s 70th contest CyBC has announced the eight final candidates to represent the country at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. The selection process is already underway, and in the coming weeks, the chosen representative will be revealed. Cyprus has already confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2026 and stated that the representative will be chosen by a professional committee. Responding to criticism that the broadcaster had already decided on a representative, Head of the Cypriot Delegation Evi Papamichael said the selection process would commence only after choosing the country's representative for the Junior Eurovision. Contestants: Familiar Names and Fresh Faces Josephine The first on the list is a highly popular singer. Rumors of her attempts to represent either Greece or Cyprus at Eurovision have circulated for years. Evangelia Another artist often mentioned among Eurovision fans as a likely contender. Once again, her name...

Is the German Public Opposes Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2026?

October 3, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Is Germany with Israel or against? An in-depth analysis of a new survey examining the political implications of Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 and its perception among the German public. As the debate across Europe intensifies over Israel’s place in Eurovision 2026, Germany finds itself at the heart of the storm. In a country where historical and cultural ties with the Jewish people are deeply charged, a heated public discussion is taking place regarding Israel’s participation. Against the backdrop of mounting boycotts in countries like the Netherlands and Spain, and amid heated discussions within the EBU, it comes as no surprise that the issue has also taken center stage in Germany. The national broadcaster in Germany has previously expressed support for Israel’s participation in the contest, but what does the German public truly think? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Germany Still Standing with Israel? A new survey conducted in Germany by the national broadcaster ARD reveals...