From a Bomb Shelter to the Eurovision Stage: Nova Survivors to Join Yuval Rafael

Months after surviving the Nova music festival massacre, survivors from the infamous “Death Shelter” near Kibbutz Be’eri will join Israel’s Eurovision delegation. Among them is Yuval Rafael, 24, from Ra’anana — a survivor of October 7 who will now represent Israel on an international stage.

Israel’s Eurovision Representative, Yuval Rafael | Photo: Yonatan Sindel / Flash90

Survivors of the horrific October 7 attack at the Nova music festival — specifically those who took shelter in what became known as the “Death Shelter” near Kibbutz Be’eri — will accompany Israeli representative Yuval Rafael, also a Nova survivor, and the Israeli delegation to the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland. The news was first reported today (Thursday) by Israeli news site, Walla. For security reasons, their names remain confidential.

Singers Keren Peles and Yuval Rafael | Photo: Yonatan Sindel / Flash90

An Emotional and Powerful Moment
Yuval was injured by shrapnel and pretended to be dead while hiding among bodies during the massacre.

One of the survivors said: “I’m honored to stand with Yuval and be part of this moment for Israel. I wish her all success — it will be incredibly emotional and meaningful.”

A Journey of Hope and Resilience
The Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Switzerland following the country’s win last year, will be more than just a musical event for this delegation. For Yuval and those beside her, it’s a symbol of survival, unity, and national pride — a powerful story of recovery and resilience in the wake of terror.

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