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Singer Odaya Wins Defamation Case as Accuser Retracts False Claims

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Hebrew · 6 newsrooms covering

Israeli singer Odaya Azoulay won a defamation lawsuit after her accuser retracted false claims of an affair, clearing Odaya's name. She condemned online slander and urged caution against damaging falsehoods, thanking supporters and emphasizing that truth prevails.

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  • Odaya Azoulay won a defamation case after her accuser admitted to lying about an affair.
  • The accuser, Shulamit Asraf Danino, retracted all claims and had no proof.
  • Odaya never met the accuser or her husband, confirming the allegations were false.
  • She forgave those pressured into spreading rumors but not those profiting from defamation.
  • Odaya urged people to avoid posting harmful lies that can ruin lives.
  • She thanked her family, management, and legal team for their support during the case.
Singer Odaya Wins Defamation Case as Accuser Retracts False Claims
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Israeli singer Odaya Azoulay secured a decisive legal victory on Tuesday after a woman who accused her of having an affair with a married man completely retracted her allegations and admitted they were false. Odaya, who chose to confront the wave of rumors and slander rather than remain silent, initiated legal proceedings to clear her name. She shared the outcome with her followers, stating that the accuser, Shulamit Asraf Danino, admitted to fabricating the claims and had no evidence to support them. Odaya emphasized that she had never met the woman or her husband.

The singer explained that defending her rights was crucial to combat the severe lies, asserting that any reasonable person would understand the accusations were baseless. Addressing online backlash and attempts to exploit the situation, Odaya said she forgives those who were pressured into spreading rumors but not those who sought to profit from defaming her. She hopes her case will teach people to think twice before posting harmful content that can destroy lives.

In closing, Odaya thanked her family, management, and legal team for their support and encouraged her followers not to lose hope when falsely accused, affirming that truth ultimately prevails even through difficult times.

SrugimRight · Jerusalem

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