US EditionEurovision crew member hit with paint as pair try to disrupt Israel performance
- During the final event of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest held in Basel, two pro-Palestinian demonstrators attempted to interrupt Israeli artist Yuval Raphael's performance by approaching the stage.
- The disruption occurred amid ongoing controversy over Israel's participation due to the conflict with Palestine and followed earlier protests and rehearsal interruptions.
- Security officials intervened to block the protesters, who were apprehended and later released by Swiss police, while a crew member was hit by paint but unharmed.
- Yuval Raphael was described by an Israeli broadcaster spokesman as shaken and upset, and Israel ultimately finished second with 357 points, including 12 points from the UK.
- The incident highlights the tensions around Israel's Eurovision presence and suggests ongoing security and political challenges for future contests involving the country.
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