Israel Prepares for Eurovision 2026 with Focus on Support Amid Political Tensions
As the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 approaches, Israel's delegation, led by director Yoav Tzafir, is preparing for the first semifinal in Vienna. Noam Bettan will represent Israel with the song 'Michelle.' The delegation is focusing on refining their performance, with rehearsals underway to perfect the act. Despite political tensions and past boycott attempts, Tzafir emphasizes the support from Israeli fans and the delegation's focus on positive aspects. The first semifinal is scheduled for May 12, with the grand final on May 16. Changes in the voting system have been implemented, reducing the number of votes per phone from 20 to 10. 
