Pro-Palestinian Activist Disrupts Eurovision 2025 Performance in Basel

During the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 final in Basel, an unexpected incident unfolded. A pro-Palestinian activist attempted to storm the stage during Israeli singer Yuval Raphael's performance. Security personnel swiftly intervened, preventing the activist from reaching the stage and escorting him away. A second individual involved in the incident threw paint, striking a nearby technician. Fortunately, the technician was unharmed. Both individuals were briefly detained by police and subsequently released. The Eurovision organizers are currently considering whether to file a formal complaint. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its impact on global events. The incident, captured on video, quickly spread across social media, generating significant discussion and debate.