Eurovision Rigging Claims Resurface After Israel's Low Jury Scores

Is Eurovision Rigged? A Look at Israel's Consistent Jury Disadvantage The Eurovision Song Contest, a globally renowned music competition, has faced recurring allegations of bias and manipulation. This year's event, and last year's, have once again brought these claims to the forefront, particularly concerning Israel's consistently low jury scores despite strong public support. In 2024, Israel received only 60 points from the jury but a substantial 300 points from the public. Similarly, in 2025, the disparity remains. This pattern contrasts sharply with the victory of Switzerland's Nemo in 2024, who won predominantly due to high jury scores, fueling suspicions of a deliberate effort to prevent Israeli wins. "There's no reason why Israel should be participating," stated Marko Bosnjak, the Croatian representative at Eurovision 2025, in a controversial comment featured in the RTL Direkt video. This statement, along with the video's presentation of score discrepancies, highlights the ongoing debate over fairness and transparency in the Eurovision voting system. Online, numerous theories suggest a deliberate effort to favor certain countries over others. The video itself does not definitively prove rigging, but the presented evidence raises important questions about the voting process and its potential vulnerabilities. Moving forward, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns about potential bias in the Eurovision voting system is crucial to maintaining the integrity and credibility of this iconic international competition.