We Believe in Israel (WBII) warmly congratulates Yuval Raphael on her extraordinary achievement at Eurovision 2025 — placing second overall and winning first place in the public vote across Europe and beyond.

In a year marked by unprecedented hostility, smears, and organised efforts to silence Israel’s voice on the global stage, Yuval stood firm — with grace, strength, and unshakable dignity. She was not only a singer representing her country, but a symbol of resilience, a young woman carrying on her shoulders the burden of her people’s pain, pride, and perseverance.

That she triumphed in the hearts of the public is no small thing. The people voted for hope. They voted for beauty over boycott, courage over cowardice, and light over the darkness of hate.

In recent months, artists have been pressured, broadcasters have faltered, and campaigners have worked tirelessly to push Israel out of international cultural spaces. Yuval faced it all — with composure and an unwavering sense of purpose. Her performance was a victory not only for Israel, but for every believer in fairness, decency, and the unifying power of art.

We are deeply proud of Yuval, and of every supporter who stood with her, who voted for her, who refused to bow to the politics of exclusion.

This moment was about more than music. It was about visibility. About being seen, heard, and humanised in a time when so many have sought to erase, distort, or vilify.

Yuval reminded the world that Israel is not just a headline — it is people. It is courage. It is song.

We Believe in Israel celebrates this profound moment of public solidarity. And we remain committed to defending the right of Israelis — and of Jews everywhere — to take part, to be proud, and to be free.

Thank you, Yuval. You have made us all stand a little taller.