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Israeli Woman's Death Hoax Sparks Outrage and Apology

1/28/2026

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Noya Zion, an Israeli woman, gained attention after a fake report claimed she died during an Iran protest, with Israel's Channel 12 News apologizing for the misinformation.
Noya Zion initially found the incident humorous on Instagram.
She later told Israel's Channel 12 News that the situation was "not funny at all."
Her father criticized the news outlet, calling it a "channel of fools."

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Story summary

Noya Zion, an Israeli woman, gained attention after a fake report claimed she died during an Iran protest, with Israel's Channel 12 News apologizing for the misinformation.
Noya Zion initially found the incident humorous on Instagram.
She later told Israel's Channel 12 News that the situation was "not funny at all."
Her father criticized the news outlet, calling it a "channel of fools."