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Israel qualifies for Eurovision final amid protests
Israel qualified for the Eurovision final after receiving sufficient votes from the national jury and the public in Tuesday’s semi-final. The country’s participation in the contest has been protested due to the military operation in Gaza.
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Well, like many different televoting programs, we offer multiple votes, and that’s so people can share their love and get involved in more than just voting for one winner. This is completely common. But we are also absolutely clear that our voting system is secure and fair and produces completely legitimate results.
Israel qualified for the Eurovision final after receiving sufficient votes from the national jury and the public in Tuesday’s semi-final. The country’s participation in the contest has been protested due to the military operation in Gaza.
By Monika Kvorak
13 May 2026
