Eurovision 2025: Protestors Detained During Israel's Performance

Pro-Palestine Protestors Detained at Eurovision Final Liverpool, UK – A protest during the Eurovision Song Contest final in Liverpool resulted in the detention of three pro-Palestine activists. The incident, captured on video by Youth Demand, occurred during Israel's performance. Footage shows security and police removing the protestors from the audience. One eyewitness, a member of the Youth Demand group, stated, "We were peacefully protesting Israel's participation, calling for freedom for Palestine." Despite the protest, the Eurovision final continued, with Austria's JJ winning the competition and Israel's Yuval Raphael taking second place. The protest highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the global nature of political activism. The event serves as a reminder of the complex geopolitical issues that can intersect with even seemingly apolitical events like the Eurovision Song Contest.