"Unable To Vote For Israel, I Tried Five Times!" | Switzerland Win Eurovision 2024

Switzerland won Eurovision, leading in a contest marked by last-minute changes and backstage incidents.
Nemo, the first non-binary winner, combined rap, rock, drum 'n bass, and classical opera in their performance, even balancing on a spinning disc while singing.
Their song, which quickly took the lead, promotes self-acceptance and freedom from judgment. Upon receiving the prize, Nemo said that they hope for the contest to uphold peace and performed their song to close the show.
Eurovision fanatic Cristo speaks with Dr Renee Hoenderkamp and caller Anne in Sussex who alleges that she was prevented from voting for Israel in the competition.
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[@JadeFromHolland]

Standing with Israel 🇳🇱🇮🇱

[@mariamsleiman3499]

So you're Standing with the murderer of 15.000 CHILDREN????

[@welllll...ok...]

Me too!

[@famweber8893]

RESPECT ISRAEL💙 DO NOT give terrorism a CHANCE

[@drnono3386]

Israel didn't start the war. No-one had a problem with Ukraine participating.

[@daryllportas8453]

They banned Russia, though. At least Israel were allowed to compete which shows a lot of favouritism.

[@emmahowells8334]

​​​@@daryllportas8453 They banned Russia as Russia started the war with Ukraine, Israel didn't start it & that's why they were allowed to enter Eurovision that's the difference.

[@deliciouslyk3437]

No they didn't. ​@@emmahowells8334

[@MichaelNelson-it9mf]

Yes it did.

[@deliciouslyk3437]

Yes they did for the past 60 years.

[@ThomasLindellart]

Long Live Israel 💝

[@noahdoesstuffz3839]

קן, עם ישראל חי! ❤️🇮🇱

[@SusanaXpeace2u]

Bambi thug does not represent me. I stand behind israel. 🇮🇪

[@markspectre1234]

Same, voted for Israel here too

[@bedandbreakfastman11]

But it's not a political contest right.

[@MichaelNelson-it9mf]

Clueless.

[@Test_Card_Tom]

Disgraceful voting for political reasons.

[@carolinemcivor7007]

Bambi thug was amazing, the song did very well in the competition. It's a singing competition. Are you supporting Israel because you liked their entry in the Eurovision or because of your political beliefs? Voting shouldn't be influenced by politics

[@NM297]

Israel got the popular vote. The Judges made sure it won't win. But the people have spoken.

[@MalenaCPH]

no, Croatia got more from the public

[@millies500]

@@MalenaCPH It is still a victory for Israel because the people spoke for them. If the people had been blocked, they might have won first place. Eden is really talented.

[@TrueGuyT]

I wonder who was the winner if the Judges drop politics and their fear of Muslim Riots in their countries, and actually vote for the best song / performance. I'd say either Croatia or Israel

[@c23411]

@@TrueGuyTfor sure! Croatia was better and Israel did a perfect show! It was rigged to my opinion, and because of fear of riots, to my opinion as well

[@rockerjim8045]

isreal had to change their song. that should have disqualified them.

[@alexburt6995]

I managed about 4 times. I'm not Jewish or Israeli. I'm not even middle eastern. I'm just a milquetoast centrist from the UK who is tired of being pushed around and told what to think. Every nation has the right to self defence.

[@Test_Card_Tom]

IT IS A SONG CONTEST.

[@JadeFromHolland]

​@@Test_Card_Tomand look at the behaviour of the crowd and the contestants. Not just an ordinary music competition

[@Test_Card_Tom]

@@JadeFromHolland Correct. It's a spectacular international music contest extravaganza that happens once a year and 180 million people tune in and LOVE IT!

[@c23411]

@@Test_Card_Tomtell that to the violent protesters and other contestants. They didn’t get the memo! Israel had the best song, the Eurovision didn’t even deserve it. How songs such as Ireland’s, UK’s and Finland’s got in is beyond me, they were quite disturbing. And they told Israel to change its song. We are living in an upside down world, I guess…

[@Test_Card_Tom]

@@c23411 What violent protesters? There were none inside the building where the contest was held because they would have been swiftly ejected. Who likes what song is a personal choice - you liked Israel's. I thought it drab. I liked Sweden's song best. But the juries and the public voted for Switzerland's entry (my second favourite). That's democracy. Oh and the European public obviously didn't care for the UK entry, and neither did I. Olly has made some great songs with Years and Years but Dizzy wasn't very good.

[@mrror8933]

The silent majority has spoken and backs Israel. Israel got the most votes from the UK public.

[@cyberleaderandy1]

They got max from many many others too

[@bedandbreakfastman11]

You mean they didn't vote for the song?

[@mrror8933]

@@bedandbreakfastman11 they did, it was a good song, the best song.

[@bedandbreakfastman11]

@@mrror8933 But you said the silent majority. Why do the silent majority have to be silent when voting in a song contest?

[@mrror8933]

@@bedandbreakfastman11 I don't understand

[@tommyandersson224]

Israel got the Peoples vote. Thats a win.

[@gamriii]

No they didn't, they came second in the public voting

[@magentamagenta1274]

@gamriii No they got first I forgot to vote

[@TheMillieBurton]

No it isn't. Just a propaganda stunt that failed

[@Realname251]

It is.

[@marzipanmonkey]

@@gamriii They got the majority of the UK vote and a hell of a lot of the public vote. Is reassuring to see!

[@ysoldeclaireduffy7344]

Eden has nothing to do with the war..hamas started it..i voted for Israël and was disgusted by Bambi Thug..

[@outoforbit00]

Me as well, and I'm Irish.

[@litalpharan8810]

My condolences. @@outoforbit00

[@GRAHAM2109]

So you made it more political. It pissed me off in 2022 when the woke voted for Ukraine

[@alenakrav]

@@GRAHAM2109 Ukraine’s performance was good in 2022 but the UK entry was better in my opinion (and I’m Ukrainian)

[@Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa369]

Hamas didn't even exist when this war was started lmfao. Are you completely oblivious to everything Israel has done for the last 100 years...?

[@ThomasLindellart]

Israel is a beautiful democratic country. And Israel will win against all minority hate.

[@Realname251]

Amen

[@Xaroni]

Thank you!!❤ You!!

[@benny020464]

Thank you❤

[@mariamsleiman3499]

Israel and Democracy in the Same sentence?????

[@Realname251]

@@mariamsleiman3499 The irony. A muslim talks about democracy🤣

[@oshyartzi]

Ann from Sussex- thank you from Israel 🇮🇱 🙏 you are so kind.

[@wattbenj]

It took a lot of courage for the Israeli contestant to perform. Good for her and I'm thrilled she was rewarded with a top five result.

[@user-nc1rf5if1u]

I do not know anyone who watches the BBC anymore, Israel should have won

[@ELIAB424]

France 🇫🇷 where best

[@caprifolia1]

I fully agree. Israel was the best. I stand with Israel! Greetings from Finland

[@stefansollberger5658]

Israels song was like Hummus

[@sidnotvicious8442]

@@stefansollberger5658 Don't like Hummus or Hamas.

[@bedandbreakfastman11]

How do you know if you didn't watch it?

[@ladyasphodel9326]

I voted for Israel and got through.

[@therealqueenofeverything]

I did too I gave them all my votes and got through each time.

[@dominiclane8538]

Yes so did I , I felt I had too because of all the nonsense and meantime semitic crap that is going on at the minute

[@anterosLondon]

Voted 20 times for Israel- needed 3-4 times every time to get through but it was very fast process regardless. 💚🇮🇱🇬🇧

[@dinahgien2845]

Irelands performance was vile, made me feel physically ill

[@fifid]

I can't watch it either it disturbs me too much. Pure Evil.

[@trevaudio]

@@fifid Was it just a little complicated for you ???

[@trevaudio]

What was vile ? You obviously didn’t get it….it was the performance of the night !

[@maestroCanuck]

@@trevaudio Satanic and diabolical theme not enough to make one sick?

[@SpiroFleecy]

Had no trouble voting for Israel from Canada. I picked my favourite act - I watched each one. Not a political vote.

[@Grassdancer-ib2lw]

Voted for Israel from Ireland through the website, no issues, and so glad to see the Irish public gave their main points to Ukraine and Israel. I love this country so much, and it shows where the silent majority stands on these issues, including the Irish public, despite what mainstream media and the loud minority wants everyone to believe. I was worried I would be an outlier here in Ireland, but clearly I am not 🥰

[@roeko10]

Thank you!!

[@israteeg752]

Thank you.

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

The political stance is that Ireland is pro-Palestine. However there is huge sympathy for the Israeli too. I really liked the Israeli song so I voted for it. I really didn't like our Irish entry.

[@Realname251]

​@@julibeswick-valentine3690 I'm Israeli with such respect for the Irish culture and the last few months with all the hate coming from Ireland toward us broke my heart. Thank you for making me realize, once again, that the media has a small connection to reality. ❤

[@Xaroni]

Thank you! ❤ You.

[@QueenieQantas]

Graham Norton said the UK put Israel first in the televote

[@therealqueenofeverything]

And twitter/X had a meltdown! 🤣

[@user-lq2fb8ow4f]

Graham Norton is part of the gang . These wicked people have damaged what was supposed to be a song contest. The who thing now looks a parade of sorts . Simply disgusting show from UK .

[@peterc.1618]

Yes, the voting figures are available for all to see on the eurovision website. I only recognised one name among the 'music industry professionals' on the UK jury and that was Louise Redknapp.

[@richardshortall5987]

@@peterc.1618 The 'well known' people were afraid to be ON the panels

[@Tigra59]

Israel did win really Just tgst the judges were too scared of issues with israel winning i think. Switzerland ..hmm because it has always been neutral? I bet her song will glovalky be a no 1.the french was a good etry.

[@gil6875]

As an Israeli jew you have NO idea how much this means to me. Since October 7th i really feel betrayed by the world, i see how "humanitarian organization" completely justify murder of civilians, while blame us for an imaginary genocide. I see how college students around the world basically want me dead without even knowing me, and the hate is EVERYWHERE. I never wanted this war! NO Israeli ever wanted this war! my firend lost and arm! You think i wanted this? ,honestly? I never wanted to be Jewish i was just born one. But i am who i am, and if the world has a problem with that then to hell with them. Thanks for all the people who supports us! This is really really not forgranted! Especially the Christians ✝️ ❤️✡️ I hope Jesus and his father will always be with us all. Thank you.

[@bonnieshacket1378]

Stay strong. Remember that you are not alone. We are standing with you. Forever. With much love from a Jewish American who lives in the Netherlands. ❤️🇮🇱🇺🇸🇳🇱

[@alenakrav]

Love to you and the Israelis from Ukraine, we stand with you! 🇺🇦🇮🇱

[@grahamlowe314]

You are not alone in the west the majority support Israel.

[@benjizollman6626]

Dear you have nothing to apologize for. We Jews live and respect other people HUNDREDS times more than people respect us. And my blessings and eternal thanks to those people of honor, from other nations, who don’t follow the trends and listen to gossips, but who follow the freedom and heart

[@CarmelTroy-og9re]

Know we pray for you and support you , the public vote in this competition was just a way of showing you guys this , stay safe Shalom 🇮🇪

[@stephaniechandler3842]

Yes I tried to vote for Israel and was blocked

[@tonyfincham6126]

Stop using the victim card .

[@MichaelNelson-it9mf]

Liar.

[@user-xh4bw2zc4g]

@stephaniechandler3842...is that because you thought they had the best act?

[@Acheron666]

@@tonyfincham6126 I don’t think she’s Muslim, so she doesn’t carry a victim card 🤷🏻‍♂️🤡

[@KarenSmith-zq4yi]

No, it was just engaged because so many people voted for them and the lines were busy, it took quite a few tries to get through And indeed, Israel got the first place in public vote in UK

[@RupertBear412]

The UK entry was sexual deviancy pure and simple - this competition is supposed to be a family event not a sex club

[@user-di1rj2be7w]

Discusting what these people are doing to the UK

[@Fightforyourdreams2024]

I agree! It was disgusting.

[@SusanaXpeace2u]

Yes exactly, I read one comment "can't watch this with the grandkids:. It's all turned into some gay rocky horror show but much much speedier.

[@What-28-ever-3]

Did you watch the interview w the winner after the show?

[@merrickdeeb2114]

Agree 100%

[@xTunafishx]

Regardless, Israel still got a massive score from the public. 320 out of a possible 444, and UK gave Israel 12 points. Obviously, the silent majority is using whatever means they can to show their support, as the elites try to suppress our voices. The same also applies to Ukraine and their high public score.

[@Tom-mk9ed]

You say the silent majority but most people who tried to vote were unable to, so it seems more like it was rigged. Did you vote?

[@user-oq4wz6bt1p]

In spite of all the bullying and protests, in spite of the unfair judges, against her, she persevered. We are so proud of her. Her story is inspiring, and for generations to come, it will be told of how she stood against all the evils earning audience attention and LOVE For me and millions like me .. she is THE WINNER 🥹🙏🏻🇮🇱

[@sophiamassish7816]

Keep politics and LGBTQ bollocks outof these competitions

[@Dezzasheep]

Most are fed up with the gay shhhiyyit.

[@parjau4554]

If you took LGBTQ out of Eurovision you'd end up with about 3 competitors.

[@zesantos9562]

My vote if ever have elections it is a shame! More like a comedy Channel

[@therealqueenofeverything]

They wanted to be excepted, we excepted them and now that's not good enough and they want to push more degenerative stuff on us.

[@KarenSmith-zq4yi]

That competition is a lot about lgbtq+£%&@*%$!_

[@Deeneyweeney]

I managed 80 votes for Israel from my household, we will never be removed from this earth, though many have tried and still keep trying.

[@stefansollberger5658]

Moon would be an option

[@eden3685]

🤍💙🤍

[@nataliexo5574]

💙🇮🇱💙

[@BatGalAriel]

wow! wonderful

[@user-vx3wm4hn5i]

Wow ! Amazing

[@gavinlevy1693]

Look at the difference in the judges vote for Israel and the public. Who says Eurovision is all about politics? Hmmmm

[@bodigames]

The judges were so AFRAID of backlash they gave Israel NOTHING or little 1/2/3 points……

[@zesantos9562]

Yes from Portugal and wanted to vote so bad for Israel and i tryed at least 5 times and was not connected had a stupid message saying the number was wrong! No MATTER what for me Israel won!!

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@annabelrobin294]

My partner and I voted 20 times each for Israel.

[@BatGalAriel]

amazing! bless you

[@annierosh2537]

🥰

[@ronscorey2731]

No longer a song contest...more like a freak show now.

[@michalhaddadlevy965]

Absolutely

[@adamking2468]

How come gb don’t bang on about the plight of Yemen and Syria, why do they care so much about pro Palestine protests?

[@lapisredux]

no jews involved

[@christinerussell113]

Pro Palestine, or Pro Hamas. And maybe ask why protesters are not so exercised by those Muslims who are killed by their fellow believers. Simple, it don't count if Jews are not involved.

[@c23411]

@@christinerussell113so it seems

[@richardshortall5987]

"How come gb don’t bang on about the plight of Yemen and Syria, why do they care so much about pro Palestine protests?" That's an IRONICALLY excellent question adamking.. let me help you with it How come anti-Israel/pro-Hamas protesters don’t bang on about the plight of Yemen and Syria, why do they care so much about Israel defending itself?

[@Chailattefizz]

Exactly how is Israel defending itself?!? Have you heard of any combat between two militaries ?! Seen any pictures ? And btw ,defending from what ...for about 75 years ever since they invaded the territory..we all know that the majority of population there is not indigenous.

[@Archerba]

I tried to vote for Israel and was blocked

[@elinakolesnik771]

May be they blocked the option to vote for Israel when they saw how many votes it received. I voted at the beginning of the show and managed to do it. When did you try to vote?

[@clintgreggory2549]

As an American Christian , I am in full support of Israel . The winners from Suisse perfectly represented EuroV! It was a perfect act for E.V. - Zero Talent - Man in skirt. Yay.

[@trayanagesheva2579]

Watched Eurovision for the first time ever. What a loss of time!

[@JAS299]

This abomination of a show is a perfect example of why the BBC should be a subscription service. Absolute crap.

[@malcolmabram2957]

For about 3 days, the Eurovision contest was virtually head lines news on the BBC news website.

[@rockerjim8045]

All national Broadcasters are responsible for showing this show.

[@robinkane.]

Thank you the smart people of my dear country of birth for choosing sanity, for supporting peace, and for getting these mob mentality woke cult owned!

[@1320613]

This was not a song contest it was a freak show. Where is western society heading ?

[@outoforbit00]

Ireland's performance at the beginning of the voting looked like they were going to win, but it ended up nothing more than an incandescent fart that left the stink of sulphur in the stadium.

[@chris.369]

I encountered the same problem. I wish the incredibly talented Eden much success as a singer. She deserves it!

[@OrdinaryBloke66]

I also tried to vote for Israel and it didnt work. The competition is finished anyway.

[@maddyL1234]

Eden Golan was stunning, gorgeous voice, heart breaking song with meaning. She should have won.

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@elyrexo]

The entire show is fixed by the EU

[@Rob-cy8xc]

Hence why we come last - and I’m happy for it

[@shelleyscloud3651]

It’s not an EU body. I’m not disagreeing that it’s fixed, just not bynthem.

[@MichaelNelson-it9mf]

No its fixed by various regional bloc voting. The voting is a farce as is the need to promote songs with popular themes and agendas. It used to be really good when new talent sang new songs that were composed for entertainment. We havent seen that for decades.

[@zesantos9562]

Agree

[@zesantos9562]

Theey must fixe the ""maricons"" that we saw it is not the Eurovision that i knew!!

[@barrybernstein9049]

Ukraine could of sung " My old man's a dustman" and won,

[@sharronware5247]

OMG , you have just made my day , hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@johnpatrick1702]

Brill 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@peterc.1618]

But they didn't win.

[@clarepartrick1066]

The Eurovision is fixed alright even before the show starts.

[@eyalamit5120]

And we still got fifth place above Ireland lmao I'm happy with that result.

[@Keiron-pw6sl]

​@@eyalamit5120Israel we're clearly the best song for me

[@Test_Card_Tom]

No, you're thinking of Britain's Got Talent.

[@eyalamit5120]

@@Keiron-pw6sl eh. The Croats had a good one.

[@yellowroses1]

@@eyalamit5120 Agreed. I voted for them.

[@anthonymarch-ti1fq]

My mrs also tried to vote for Israel, but couldn't. Like everything these days, it's all fixed.

[@PP-im6mb]

UK got nil points from the public because the song and performance were s***e. The whole thing is a pantomime.

[@huwwilliams4489]

Oh no it isn't

[@leanegarden6997]

"0 4 0"!

[@Fightforyourdreams2024]

​@@huwwilliams4489Britains entry was vile.

[@SusanaXpeace2u]

Yeh normally I like uk"s song (I'm in ireland) but this was so seedy and gay and not just "gay", it was like rent boy gay. Eeeeooooow, sorry, can't cope. Ireland's song/ singer was also too weird for me. Im not even that old.

[@gullygullible9774]

​@@SusanaXpeace2uThat's England today 😊

[@MarkARhodie]

I voted 3 times for Israel, If I had the software I would have recorded the message of voting for Israel and use it as a notification for texts on my mobile.

[@ernarc23]

The good that came out of this is how many people outside of the EU (like myself) heard Eden Golan for the first time and were absolutely mesmerised by her beauty and talent.

[@ronishamay]

“Your boos mean nothing, I’ve seen what makes you cheer” ~ Rick Sanchez, Rick and Morty

[@Gyggz]

great quote.

[@KelvinNorris-kp4tb]

Its quite fixed and woke to the point of shamefully corrupt

[@stewartjames]

AM ISRAEL CHAI! 🇮🇱 eurvision cheated

[@stefansollberger5658]

Yes Yes the wanted to annoy you and all the chosen people

[@andywilson9150]

💪🇮🇱🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿💪

[@Justiceactivist]

Probably they are Hamas too 😂

[@michalhaddadlevy965]

Am Israel Hai forever love from Israel to all the good people who support us

[@andywilson9150]

@@michalhaddadlevy965 keep going mate 💪🇮🇱🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿💪

[@Brockington174]

Agreed same thing happened to me!

[@pitballmc6568]

Fixed and always will be.

[@run2cat4run]

Moan and moan

[@ronnyt1274]

I TRIED TOO FROM IRELAND AND HAVE THE SNAP SHOT THAT SHOWS "NOT DELIVERED" SEVERAL TIMES.... REMINDED ME OF THE 2020 ELECTION IN USA

[@grahammarshall7729]

And that was RIGGED as will the next one if the democrats get their way.

[@hana6812]

1. יותר מכלל המדינות שהעניקו לישראל אתמול 12 נקודות מעניינת שבדיה, המארחת של התחרות. 2. לטעמי, יותר מאשר הצבעה בעד עדן וישראל והשיר (אם כי אפשר שגם אלה שוקללו לתוך ההצבעה), מהווה ההצבעה מחאה כנגד הג׳יאהד האיסלמי הפסיכי אשר שוטף את רחובותיהם, ואת אלה של מאלמו בפרט. 3. אפילו נוכחותה של גרטה ת׳ורנבורג (גיבורה לאומית בשבדיה) בהפגנות הג׳יאהד, עטויה בכאפייה מגוחכת (חיג׳אב, טמבלית. חיג׳אב הוא החזון המוסלמי עבורך. שלא לדבר על ההתחממות הגלובאלית, אשר מעניינת את האיסלאם, רק אם מדובר בשריפת כל הכופרים), לא הצליחה להטות את הכף נגד ישראל בקרב הקהל השבדי. 4. אני אומר וכותב זאת כבר שנים - אירופה של האדם הלבן מתחילה לאבד כל סבלנות כלפי האיסלאם הנוכח ברחובותיה באופן בדלני ואלים, לא אחת. העובדה שהשמאל הפרוגרסיבי משתף פעולה עם הטירוף, מקרבת גם היא את עליית הפאשיזם באירופה בצעדי ענק. ומי שלא קולט את המגמות באירופה (הולנד, איטליה, צרפת, גרמניה, הונגריה - בכולן יש נוכחות דרמטית, עד לשלטון עצמו בחלק מהמדינות - לימין הפאשיסטי), שימשיך לא לקלוט. האירופאים מזהים את המגמה האיסלאמיסטית, ומרביתם מזועזעים, מבוהלים ונגעלים ממנה. 5. עוד במדינות שהעניקו לנו דוז פואה: בלגיה (בבריסל יש רוב למוסלמים), איטליה (בה עלתה לשלטון ג׳ורג׳ינה מאלוני), צרפת (בה לה-פן הצעירה צפויה לנצח את מקרון בבחירות הבאות), הולנד (בה וילדרס ניצח בבחירות האחרונות), בריטניה (אשר רחובות לונדון בוערים בה באש מחאת הפרום דה ריבר טו דה סי), ואפילו אוסטרליה (אשר מן הסתם איננה באירופה, אבל רחובותיה נשטפו גם הם בהשתוללות מוסלמית בחודשים האחרונים). 6. אז נכון שלא זכינו באירוויזיון (בקטנה, מה שנקרא), אבל מי שמבקש לדעת מה הלך הרוח בהרבה רחובות באירופה שאינם נשלטים על ידי דיווחי התקשורת הפרו-פלסטינית, צריך להתעודד. ציבור גדול מאד באירופה העביר אתמול באמצעות ההצבעה באירוויזיון מסר שקט למוסלמים ברחובותיו: ביניכם ובין האלימות האיסלאמיסטית שלכם ובין ישראל - אנחנו בוחרים בישראל. ובעיקר - באירופה ללא איסלאם. 7. אז יש ממה להתעודד. אירופה קרובה להתהפך על האיסלאם. וזה לא בגלל אהבת ישראל, כי אם בגלל אהבת אירופה, רגע לפני שהיא הופכת לחלק מהח׳ליפות של דאע״ש.

[@mitar6206]

האם את מתגוררת באירופה? מוזר שהיה פוסט בעברית.

[@hana6812]

@@mitar6206 מי שסקרן יתרגם.

[@advayeoshoua5070]

הכי מדוייק שיש !!! וזה נותן תקווה שיש קצת אור בעולם חשוך כרגע …

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@user-iv3vz1gx6o]

I live in Sweden and agree with you. Unfortunately they delete my comment.

[@rogerwilson6367]

I don't know why such a joke event is even worthy of discussion.

[@Test_Card_Tom]

180 million people world-wide must love a joke event then.

[@JessicaMarinaRushie]

I tried to vote for Israel but you have to use an app and give them your phone number... why? Privacy is a right!

[@FlytoColombia]

That's because you have to abide by the rules and have 20 votes maximum. All of mine for Israel went through in the app.

[@peterc.1618]

@@FlytoColombia They also need to know which country you are in since you can't vote for your own country's entry.

[@apgx6032]

The winner of the Eurovision, plus the UK and Irish entrants, should take their performances to Palestine and Iran.

[@Nothing_Nothing485]

Is there a we don’t give a F ..k button 😂

[@Test_Card_Tom]

Yes its called £50 a month Sky button.

[@bobbyboko6317]

Missed the Eurovision Fancy Dress contest , on purpose 😂

[@user-pj1ut5lg4d]

Dr Renee u r a smart woman. Thanku from israel❤

[@dftfire]

Did people who are claiming the voting was rigged remember to add the two numbers to the end of the number? 🤔

[@BlackHawk4062]

06 yes

[@leigh3253]

Yes. Yes I did. But I don’t claim it’s rigged. It’s just odd that I couldn’t vote 🤷🏼‍♂️ Apparently, according to the message, I wasn’t authorised to call the number. But I also tried with another song, to confirm/deny possible foul play, and the result was the same 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@50stuart1]

Yes I did, rigged

[@Acheron666]

@@leigh3253 I got the same message and I was calling from Scotland, so I’m in a country that is allowed to vote in Eurovision 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FlytoColombia]

The app was working perfectly.

[@tommerner2409]

Renee. Looks fabulous

[@grahammarshall7729]

She ALWAYS does I wish she was my GP.

[@UdiKanfi]

all the purpose of this operation is to bring peace. Peace will exist Once Hamas does not

[@libelle8124]

Oh no, please do take the mickey out of the Germans. I am German and I find these shows hilarious, like most Germans do. My favourite episode on Fawlty Towers was 'Don't mention the war' 🙂

[@christinachristou2864]

Please no more Eurovision. It has become an embarrassment to the world!

[@bramilan]

Then don't watch it...

[@LarryShadow]

Kudos to Renee for speaking the truth. Rare for Britain.

[@kevin982]

I haven't watched the Eurovision in 25-30 years.

[@leanegarden6997]

If we focus solely on the public vote in Eurovision, which I consider to be the genuine reflection of music lovers' preferences rather than the decisions influenced by political motives, a clearer picture emerges. Let's examine the data: In the Eurovision 2024 public vote, the top 5 countries were: Croatia - 337 points Israel - 323 points Ukraine - 307 points Switzerland - 227 points (tied) France - 227 points (tied) To me, these numbers represent the authentic sentiments of the audience, with Israel ranking second and so forth down the list. The rest seems to be steeped in political maneuvering, which is regrettable. The discrepancy is glaring, particularly in the case of the Swiss singer, whose tally does not align with the public's preferences. This trend undermines the credibility of Eurovision as a music contest and emphasizes its transformation into a platform for political agendas. There appears to be no correlation between the quality of the songs and the points awarded, as countries seem more focused on leveraging votes for political gain. If Eurovision wishes to maintain its relevance, it must relinquish the influence of these country-appointed judges and prioritize the voice of the people. Politics has no place in a competition meant to unite people through music. The repeated interference of political interests tarnishes the purity of the event, casting doubt on its future participation from talented artists, advertisers, and television networks. Despite these concerns, it's likely that vested interests will persist, driven by the allure of power and influence. Moreover, the infiltration of political agendas is not the only issue plaguing Eurovision. It now serves as a platform for dissenters who exploit freedom of speech to propagate hate and division. Their actions, fueled by Iran and its proxies' money in various organizations, under the guise of protest, only serve to disrupt events aimed at fostering unity. It's ironic and unfortunate that such individuals, whom I would refer to as moderate Nazis, find space to spread their messages of hatred under the guise of freedom of expression. This undermines the very essence of Eurovision and threatens the collective enjoyment of people worldwide, especially those who advocate for peace and inclusivity. Adding to the irony, the Eurovision, meant to foster peace between nations, now faces this challenge in light of recent events. The tragic history of over 1400 Israelis murdered, kidnapped, and raped during a peace festival underscores the urgent need for events like Eurovision, aimed at promoting harmony and understanding among countries. Yet, these atrocities continue to cast a dark shadow over such gatherings meant for celebration and camaraderie.

[@AliciaFrvr]

Agree with you 100%

[@yevgeni10]

They removed Netherland to split the points with othe countries.

[@advayeoshoua5070]

100 percent correct !

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@PetratenCaat-gj4bt]

The crowd booing for the man from eurovision was because of the disqualifying of the netherlands

[@ninakamenic3679]

I tried to vote for Croatia online AND by an SMS, and neither worked.

[@joprocter4573]

WELL DONE WINNER N ISRAEL FOR YOUR PERSONAL STRENGTH

[@ArtLogins]

I support Israel politically, but their song was average..... the whole eurovision became too gay....., as if all losers in the world, who were bullied in school for being bad at sports, decided to stick it to "normal" people by pretending to be happy and gay.... 🤣🤣🤣

[@bodigames]

Israel’s song is the least gay of all

[@FlytoColombia]

All my votes went through for Israel. I wonder if you tried voting later on, and Israel had already got the lead in the UK vote? I voted by the app, was that the landline?

[@OCONNER-oj3xg]

I wouldn’t waste my time on this pile of crap..phone a friend and have a chat instead 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@WarrenSheehan]

I 100% had the same issue trying to vote for Israel last night

[@user-ht3qx8iz1k]

At the end of the day, everybody is talking about Eden, which makes her the real winner ❤ Whoever is trying to gain some attention over a 20 yo girl should know love is going to win 😇

[@stephenglasgow9037]

I was able to vote for Israel ten times from the UK.

[@nadia11119]

Me too.

[@Shireen52]

​@@nadia11119thanks

[@Shireen52]

Thank you

[@nadia11119]

@@Shireen52 😁🫶🏻

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@Mifodiy35]

I've seen all 5 top performances and Eden was clearly a winner. Stunning performance and.... the VOICE. OMG what a VOICE this girl have - it's a real treasure. All online reviews - seems to agree with me. So what can we say about Eurovision? "Apolitical" my ass.

[@NRNF1776]

I also tried to vote from Austria, my brother tried voting from the Netherlands and my sister tried from Germany, and only the one from the Netherlands worked...

[@KarenSmith-zq4yi]

That is because the lines were busy with so many people voting for them, i had to try quite a few times until i got through, line kept being busy

[@DianaBee620]

I tried too.

[@reutlior9600]

I tried to vote for Israel too and couldn't !

[@nosubtv4242]

I didnt have an issue personally, a friend of mine did. We thought maybe his phone provider blocked the number as it was a so called premium rate

[@leanatale7251]

We used to call them weirdos

[@dianeirvine7624]

A friggin freak show

[@clivejones8011]

I had exactly the same problem, I managed three votes and then continually engaged.

[@trao1938]

My guess is the caller dialed #5 (which was for the Netherlands' disqualified entry, ) instead of #6, which was for Israel. Glad though, that she basically admitted only trying to vote for a song she never listened to or couldn't recognize because it was from Israel. Sad woman would've voted for Bambi Thug had they been waving the Israel flag.

[@AnthonyKellett]

Neutral country wins...? 🤔

[@anneliseppanen9105]

I think that THE JURY vote Switzerland purposefully. I think that was a smart decision. All problems solved at once.😁

[@boosterbuster2297]

I was able to vote Israel from Finland twenty times ;)

[@pollydi5510]

❤

[@IsraeliIsraeli-xf1pl]

Anne ❤ love you from Israel Thanks!!

[@larrygee76]

Great answer ma’am

[@BalooBearYeah]

Singers entering a singing contest should just sing ... their thoughts on politics get nil points

[@marksapollo]

No, you cannot,override the PIN requirement on Sky or Now TV. It’s pathetic.

[@kevinlarke4837]

I will never lower myself to have Sky in any way or platform , they're called Sly News for a reason .

[@SevenDaysToNoon]

I don’t know which was worse, Eurovision or the first 4 minutes of this!

[@quinnaredding9670]

This Lady is smart, balanced, pity we can't rely on other presenters to be as balanced and Intelligent

[@philipmilner9638]

Did the organisers make sure Israel didn't win, because, next years contests would be in Isreal and that would have been the final nail in the Eurovision contest?

[@peterc.1618]

As happened when Ukraine won, if Israel were to be considered too dangerous, the contest would be hosted by another country.

[@EllaBeth30]

i was able to vote for Israel form the Uk with no problem.

[@RememberRox]

I wanted Croatia to win, but I used all my votes for Israel to show my support. She was so brave. The crowd THINK they booed Israel, what they really did was boo a young girl who was there to perform a song just like everybody else.

[@BlackHawk4062]

I tried to vote for Israel during the final act and was met with voting lines closed ! Rigged

[@Problembeing]

I tried to vote for Israel, and every and each time after my first attempt, it just immediately ended my call. The first attempt my call wouldn't even go through.