The Eurovision Song Contest has been overshadowed by political messages, particularly regarding Israel's participation amid the Gaza conflict. Austria's JJ won with 'Wasted Love', while Israel's Yuval Raphael came second. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for Israel to be banned from the contest, paralleling Russia's exclusion after its invasion of Ukraine. Controversy arose over voting transparency, with accusations of interference in Israel's votes. Several former contestants and national broadcasters have demanded Israel's exclusion and greater transparency in the voting process. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)