The first semi-final of Eurovision Song Contest has started in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Axar.az informs that, the first semifinal will be attended by representatives from 17 countries, of which 10 will be selected for the final of the international competition.

On May 14, participants from Cyprus, Montenegro, Finland, Poland, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Belarus, Serbia, Belgium, Georgia, Australia, Iceland, Estonia, Portugal, Greece, San Marino will take part in the event.

Azerbaijani representative Chingiz Mustafayev will perform on May 16 in the second semi-final.

The final of the competition will take place on May 18, when pop star Madonna will appear on the stage.