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.

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

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