Israel will take part in the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest on May 12 in Vienna, according to the draw on Monday, as five countries are staying away this year over Israel's ...

The draw for the two semi-finals of Eurovision 2026 took place in Vienna on Monday, with Israel among the 15 participants set to compete for a spot in the final despite protests by several countries.

Israel will compete against 14 other countries in the first semi-final — Joe Klamar Israel will take part in the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest on May 12 in Vienna, according to the ...