The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has raised alarms regarding a proposed bill in Israel that threatens the financial independence of the public broadcasting network KAN. In a letter to Hanoch Milwidsky, chairman of the Knesset Finance Committee, EBU CEO Noel Curran expressed concern that the bill, which aims to eliminate KAN's legally established budget and subject funding to government oversight, could undermine public trust and Israel's democratic image. Curran emphasized that maintaining KAN's autonomy is vital for Israel's participation in international media events, including the Eurovision Song Contest, where Israel recently achieved notable success. This success is seen as a means to enhance Israel's cultural connections globally. Additionally, KAN faced scrutiny from the EBU for allegedly violating voting rules during Eurovision, an accusation that Israeli fans have contested, claiming the EBU's actions are politically motivated. The situation highlights the delicate balance between governance and media independence in Israel.