How a utopian Eurovision became a microcosm of a world divided over Israel and Gaza
As crowds booed and cheered Israel's contestant, Eden Golan, dreams of interfaith coexistence clashed sharply with a new reality
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Fast Forward Israel’s Eden Golan places fifth at the Eurovision Song Contest
Golan received a staggering 323 points from the public vote
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At the Malmö Arena, Israel’s Eurovision contestant shows the world the one reason she’s here
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Eurovision 'is my spirit, and you won't take my spirit,' one fan said
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The 20-year-old Israeli singer is trying to make a statement, while saying as little as possible
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