Austria's JJ won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland with his song "Wasted Love." Israel finished second, with Yuval Raphael's performance of "New Day Will Rise" garnering strong support despite a stage disruption involving paint-throwing protestors. Estonia placed third, marking Austria's first Eurovision win since 2014. The event, known for its diverse performers and LGBTQ+ inclusivity, faced some political undercurrents due to the absence of Russia and Belarus and protests related to Israel's participation.

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