The Politics of Performance: Eurovision's Uncomfortable Truths The semi final show at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna highlighted the complex web of politics and identity that underlies this popular music competition.
Israel's contestant, Noam Bettan, was met with boos and chants of "stop the genocide" as he took to the stage.
This is not the first time Israel's presence at Eurovision has been disrupted by protests, but it serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.