Israel have qualified for the final of Eurovision 2026 despite protests being heard during their performance, and Boy George has failed to make it through representing San Marino.

The first of the semi-finals was held yesterday (Tuesday May 12) ahead of the finale of the song contest taking place this weekend. There, it was confirmed that Israel would be taking part in the grand final, with their song ‘Michelle’ performed by 28-year-old Noam Bettan.

Their presence at the contest has been controversial in recent years due to the nation’s military action in Gaza, and multiple countries have pulled out of this year’s event in protest.…