The Israeli national broadcaster, Israel Broadcasting Authority (IBA) had been in charge of the nation's participation in the contest since its debut in 1973. IBA confirmed Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2005 on 20 September 2004.
The Israeli national broadcaster, the Israel Broadcasting Authority (IBA), has been responsible for representing Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest since its debut in 1973. In 2004, IBA confirmed that Israel would participate in the contest in 2005.