Explore the incident involving the Israeli Eurovision camp and Joost and its consequences.
The Power of Words: Responding to Insensitive Remarks
Words have the power to uplift, inspire, and connect people. They can also cause harm, pain, and division. In a world where communication is instantaneous and often unfiltered, it is important to remember the impact our words can have on others. One recent incident involving a member of the Israeli Eurovision camp and Joost Klein, a journalist, highlights the need for empathy, understanding, and responsible communication.
The Incident: Insensitivity and its Consequences
According to reports, a member of the Israeli Eurovision camp, which includes journalists from Kan, allegedly made fun of Joost’s deceased parents. This hurtful act allegedly led to Joost reacting in a way that caused a commotion. While the details of the incident may be disputed, the underlying issue of insensitivity remains.
Imagine yourself in Joost’s shoes. What would you do if someone made fun of your family? It is only natural to feel a surge of anger, hurt, and protectiveness in such a situation and then add that you in early age lost your family.
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Is this adult behaviour, by the Israeli team and KAN broadcasting team, what has EBU really investigated :
“The Dutch representative doesn't like us and asked not to take his picture”
🇮🇱🇳🇱 Keren Peles, songwriter of Israel’s Eurovision entry ‘Hurricane’, records Joost Klein (the Netherlands’ Eurovision entrant) without his permission.#BanIsrselFromEurovision pic.twitter.com/auIGWunNl5
— Israel Breaks Rules (@IsrBreaksRules) May 8, 2024
🇮🇱🇳🇱 Dov Gil-Har, a KAN journalist, attempts to provoke Joost Klein, the Dutch Eurovision entrant.#BanIsraelFromEurovision pic.twitter.com/zUjRkgbVL4 https://t.co/cS9woXUpJj
— Israel Breaks Rules (@IsrBreaksRules) May 10, 2024
Senior news anchor at Kann News, EU bureau chief for KAA, based in Berlin, Dov Gil-Har in the video above. Is this a great behaviour of senior staff member ?
🇮🇱🇮🇪 Deleted Instagram stories of Itay Bezaleli, Israel’s Eurovision stylist, show him recording Bambie Thug (the Irish entrant) without their permission, repeatedly misgendering them and calling them a “monster”.
📸 itay_bezaleli, IG (10/05/2024)#BanIsraelFromEurovision https://t.co/VDjix44JFf pic.twitter.com/RUSep3VZgq
— Israel Breaks Rules (@IsrBreaksRules) May 11, 2024
The Netherlands Songfestival has issued a formal response to the recent statement released by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).
We have taken note of the disqualification by the EBU. AVROTROS finds the disqualification disproportionate and is shocked by the decision. We deeply regret this and will come back to this later.
The Role of Eurovision and the EBU
The Eurovision Song Contest is known for its celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and unity through music. It is a platform that brings together artists from various countries, cultures, and backgrounds.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the organisation behind Eurovision, plays a significant role in ensuring the smooth operation of the contest. While they strive to maintain neutrality and fairness, they also have a responsibility to address any incidents that may arise during the event.
EBU should look at the Joost Klein case once more and look more closer at the Israeli team (including Israeli Journalist working for KAN). The EBU treatment of Joost Klein smell very bad!
