In a remarkable display of national pride amid turmoil, Netanyahu, with his sizable social media following, shared a last-minute post urging fans to support Israel’s number, "Vote #04 — New Day Will Rise." Finalizing preparations for Raphael's performance, the political context raised eyebrows, revealing Eurovision's significance in Israel’s soft power strategy, especially when its artists face rejection in international arenas due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The final results saw Israel garnering the largest share of public votes, igniting hopes for victory, only for Austria to clinch the title with higher jury points, underscoring the competitive nature of the event amid an emotionally charged backdrop where cultural expressions spark transcendent connections despite prevailing conflict.