Yuval Raphael previously said she was expecting boos during her performance, as Israel's presence at the Basel contest has drawn controversy amid the war in Gaza.

Eurovision commentator Jean-Marc Richard of Swiss public television, RTS, who is taking part in his 34th and final contest, received a visit from one of the presenters, Sandra Studer. He said he was “particularly moved” by this year’s event, as he was finally able to welcome Eurovision home to Switzerland.

Israel's participation in Eurovision has been a source of controversy, as its military intensifies its bombardment of Gaza, and enforces blockades of all food and other humanitarian supplies. In recent weeks,