Bulgaria wins the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest

Bulgarian pop star Dara won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest held in Vienna, Austria, securing her country's first-ever victory in the competition.

Her energetic performance and song topped the combined jury and public vote, defeating Israel and Romania. The high-octane 2026 milestone brought together 25 finalists, and was noted for its tightly choreographed stage routines, marking seven decades of the iconic musical event.