A total of 37 countries are taking part in Eurovision 2025 - all but one took part in last year's contest in Malmö, Sweden. Montenegro returns to the competition this year for the first time since 2022, replacing Moldova - which withdrew because of financial and logistical challenges.

Yuval Raphael previously said she was expecting boos during her performance, as Israel's presence at the Basel contest has drawn controversy amid the war in Gaza.

BASEL, Switzerland (AP) — The final lineup in the 69th Eurovision Song Contest is set after a second semi-final round thursday. Performers from 15 countries battled it out in front of thousands of fans in Basel, Switzerland, for 10 spots in Saturday’s final, with the result decided by viewers’ votes.