10-05-2024, 05:44 PM
Talking of the Europapa, I saw that both he and Marina Satti of Greece made their feelings known regarding Israel's participation during the semi-final two press conference, with the former draping a flag over his head while Israel were answering their questions, and the latter fake-yawning and pretending to sleep during Israel's answers.
Ultimately, whatever you think about the situation in Israel/Gaza, and the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete this year, I feel uncomfortable seeing disrespect of the above nature directed at the Israeli delegation, especially coupled with the booing and 'free Palestine' shouts during last night's performance.
Eden Golan is a young singer who is there to perform.
It reminds me of the treatment that Russian act The Tolmachevy Sisters received in 2014.
I just want to see the artists and their delegations given kindness, support, and respect when they're taking part - no single performer has the ability to affect world events, and any protests - perfectly reasonable though they may be - should be directed at those who can make a difference, not a young woman entering a singing competition.
Ultimately, whatever you think about the situation in Israel/Gaza, and the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete this year, I feel uncomfortable seeing disrespect of the above nature directed at the Israeli delegation, especially coupled with the booing and 'free Palestine' shouts during last night's performance.
Eden Golan is a young singer who is there to perform.
It reminds me of the treatment that Russian act The Tolmachevy Sisters received in 2014.
I just want to see the artists and their delegations given kindness, support, and respect when they're taking part - no single performer has the ability to affect world events, and any protests - perfectly reasonable though they may be - should be directed at those who can make a difference, not a young woman entering a singing competition.