- Israel secured second place in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated singer Noam Bettan on the achievement.
- The event was marked by significant controversy and boycotts from five nations, including Spain and Ireland, protesting Israel's participation due to the conflict in Gaza.
- Netanyahu commended Bettan for his resilience against "hollow verbal potshots" during the event.
- Bettan stated he was proud to represent Israel and expressed hope that the result would foster "unity".
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