Israeli Eurovision Entry Officially Approved for Competition

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has confirmed that Israel's chosen song, written by Keren Peles, meets all contest requirements and will compete in Eurovision 2025, despite controversy surrounding the selection process.

Keren Peles | Photo: Tomer Neuberg/Flash90

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced today (Monday) that Israel’s entry for Eurovision 2025 has been officially approved and will compete in the contest. This confirmation puts to rest concerns about a potential disqualification, which arose following criticism of the song selection process in Israel.

Israel’s 2025 Eurovision representative, Yuval Raphael | Photo: Oren Ben Hakoon/Flash 90

The Song Meets All Competition Requirements”

The entry, written and composed by Keren Peles, was selected by Israel’s public broadcaster, KAN, but sparked controversy over alleged irregularities in the selection process. Despite the initial debate, the EBU’s approval ensures that the song meets all regulatory requirements and will move forward in the competition.

The song, chosen to represent Israel at Eurovision, will be performed by Yuval Raphael and was unveiled in a special KAN broadcast titled Our Song for Eurovision.

Israel’s 2025 Eurovision representative, Yuval Raphael | Photo: Oren Ben Hakoon\Flash90

The Next Stage: Preparing for Eurovision 2025

With the EBU’s approval secured, preparations for Israel’s participation in the prestigious international competition are now in full swing. As anticipation builds, all eyes are on how the song will resonate with European audiences. The Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in Sweden in May 2025, where Israel aims to deliver a standout performance and achieve a strong placement.

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