Eurovision Israel contestant speaks with SBS about protesters

Israel’s Eurovision contestant, Noam Bettan, has spoken with SBS about protests that have been held in response to the country’s inclusion at this year’s event in Vienna. Protests have been held both inside the venue and on the streets of Vienna, condemning the deaths and injuries to civilians in Gaza and Lebanon, as the US-Israel war with Iran, and Israel’s attacks on Hezbollah, continues. Noam Bettan, who was an early favourite to take the Eurovision title, said he could hear the protesters while on stage, but said he also heard cheers in support of his performance. When asked about his response to those who don’t believe they should be at Eurovision, Bettam said, ‘we deserve to be heard,’ and hopes all contestants return next year. SBS News is Australia's trusted news source for the latest news from Australia and across the world. Subscribe to the SBS News YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SBSNews Follow SBS News on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbsnews_au Follow SBS News on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sbsnews_au Follow SBS News on X: https://www.twitter.com/SBSNews Follow SBS News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sbsnews Apple News: https://trib.al/MTx0gUe For the latest news, visit www.sbs.com.au/news Network Terms & Conditions: https://sbs.com.au/terms Privacy Policy: https://sbs.com.au/privacy Feedback or complaints: https://sbs.com.au/complaints