Boycott

Who gave Israel the coveted 12 points? Noam Bettan secures 2nd at Eurovision thanks to public vote

Despite mass calls to boycott due to Israel’s participation, which led to several countries withdrawing from the contest entirely, Israel scored a whopping 220 points from the public televote.

Noam Bettan with dancers
Fans display a Palestinian flag (R) during the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 (ESC) at Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria on May 12, 2026.

Europe must remember the reason Eurovision was formed or risk losing it completely - editorial

Graham Linehan speaking outside Southwark Crown Court, London, after he had his conviction for damaging the mobile phone of transgender activist Sophia Brooks overturned following an appeal hearing on May 1, 2026.

Writer of sitcom airing instead of Eurovision in Ireland calls boycott ‘disgraceful antisemitism'

Noam Bettan will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026.

From Wagner to Eurovision: The debate over Jews in music - opinion


Israel cracks down on foreign NGOs: New rules target boycotts and October 7 denial

Under the new framework, NGOs must meet specific conditions to register and maintain operations in Israel and the West Bank, with authorities having at least four ways to revoke permits.

 Amichai Chikli speaks at Conference of Presidents, February 16, 2025.

Irish police reluctant to abide calls to boycott Israeli tech used to solve crimes

The technology in question was used to solve a murder trial last week.

Members of the Irish Police (Garda) stand guard as people block the road during a protest against U.S. or Israeli military aircraft flying over Irish airspace or landing to refuel, a demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, near the Shannon Airport, in S

Jordan boycotts lead Starbucks to close four branches

The boycotts against Starbucks in Jordan sparked over the company's alleged ties with Israel and have been gaining momentum for 17 months.

 Starbucks in Amman, Jordan

Israel seeks to bar French MEP Rima Hassan over anti-Israel boycott campaigns, Hamas support

Hassan called for boycotting companies operating in Israel, participated in boycotting Israel, and published content encouraging the imposition of sanctions. She also attended pro-Hamas rallies.

 Rima Hassan, the then candidate for the European elections on the list of La France Insoumise (LFI), attends a pro-Palestinian protest in central Paris, France, May 29, 2024.

Israeli comedian Yohay Sponder secures Amsterdam venue after 30 rejections

Sponder's team warned that cultural boycotts and threats threaten all artists. This is reportedly why the Israeli comedian refused to back down from doing a show in Amsterdam.

 TEL AVIV resident Yohay Sponder drew many laughs at the Chosen Comedy Festival in Brooklyn last month.

Expensive international flights feel unjustifiable - opinion

Transparency in the decision-making processes of international carriers, coupled with efforts to ensure fair pricing and increased availability of flights, could alleviate much of the current strain.

 AN EL AL plane takes off at Ben-Gurion Airport. With major carriers reducing or suspending their services, passengers are left with few options, and El Al has become one of the few reliable choices, yet this reliability comes with a hefty price tag, the writer notes.

Noga Erez: I’ve lost international bookings because I’m Israeli

In the video post, she said that scheduled festival and concert dates abroad have been abruptly cancelled.

World renowned Israeli singer and songwriter Noga Erez performs live while injuring her right ankle which led to stop the concert short at the Ancient Katsrin Park, Katsrin on October 4, 2023.

Miami art adviser defies anti-Israel boycott with Israeli art show 'Homeland'

Since Oct. 7, it’s become almost trendy to oust Israeli artists. Recognizing that, Azout’s work gradually became intertwined with an existential purpose. 

 MICHELLE AZOUT

'Genocide-free cola,' Cola Gaza, to fund Gaza hospital and boycott

500,000 cans of 'Cola Gaza' have been sold online and through stores in the UK.

 Cola Gaza

Hamas supporters vs advancement of knowledge - opinion

The pro-Hamas movement isn’t advancing justice or peace. It’s reviving the oldest form of prejudice in the newest of guises, undermining the very pursuit of knowledge on which we all depend.

 COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY Prof. Shai Davidai at a pro-Israel rally in Manhattan last month. Jewish scholars have long been targets of antisemitism, the writer states.