Eurovision

Eurovision is Europe’s version of American Idol but started long before America’s singing competition did. There has been much controversy in the show’s past on the Israeli singers including Israeli pop star transsexual, Dana International. International won Eurovision in 1998 for her hit song “Diva.” This coming spring Noa, whose legal name is Achinoam Nini will be performing with Arab singer Mira Awad where the two will represent Israel. One may wonder why Noa is not singing solo while representing his country. Noa is probably singing with Awad because Israel is the only country outside of Europe that is eligible to participate in Eurovision. Palestinian/Arab countries are not included in the show and therefore, Noa is allowing Awad to sing with him. Noa also probably thinks that Awad contributes significantly to his singing and therefore this strengthens their performance. "The Israeli government is sending the two of you to Moscow as part of its propaganda machine that is trying to create the appearance of Jewish-Arab 'coexistence' under which it carries out the daily massacre of Palestinian civilians” (jta.org). This stand of action of the unity of Israelis and Palestinians indicate that not all Israelis and Palestinians have enemies. It is possible to demonstrate harmony between two country’s people despite war. Many people in Israel and Palestine may protest against this propaganda but in the end, Noa and Awad are setting an example for the future of their countries and its inhabitants. Hopefully this example of unity will terminate some, if not all negative ties between the two countries.