Miss Iraq’s Family Forced to Flee Country Over Her Instagram Post: Report

Miss Iraq’s Family Forced to Flee Country Over Her Instagram Post: Report
L: Miss Israel 2017 Adar Gandelsman during the 2017 Miss Universe Pageant at The Axis at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Nov. 26, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nev.; R: Miss Iraq 2017 Sarah Idan during the 2017 Miss Universe Pageant at The Axis at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Nov. 26, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nev. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
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Family members of Miss Universe Iraq have fled their country after the beauty contestant posted a picture on Instagram of her posing with Miss Universe Israel. The relatives have received death threats, according to Miss Israel, Adar Gandelsman.

Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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