Israel Revises Eurovision Song Lyrics to Avoid Disqualification

Israel has agreed to revise the lyrics of its potential submission to the Eurovision Song Contest after the contest organizers raised concerns about verses that seemed to reference a Hamas attack. The leading Israeli submission, "October Rain", includes lines that allude to the attack, prompting the broadcaster Kan to request the songwriters to revise the lyrics while preserving their artistic freedom. The European Broadcasting Union, which organizes Eurovision, has yet to comment on Kan's decision. The move to revise the lyrics came following a request from Israel's president, Isaac Herzog, emphasizing the need for Israel to proudly raise its flag on the world stage, especially in the face of attempts to boycott the country.