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Israeli Woman Gives Birth to Healthy Mono-Mono Twins After Refusing Pregnancy Termination

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First reported by N12 · Jul 9, 2026

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Lior Zucker from Kiryat Haim gave birth to healthy mono-mono twin girls after refusing medical advice to terminate her risky pregnancy. The twins were delivered early by cesarean at Rambam Medical Center amid security concerns. Zucker's decision was supported by specialists who closely monitored the pregnancy, resulting in a successful birth of the connected twins.

01Lior Zucker refused medical advice to terminate her rare and dangerous mono-mono twin pregnancy.
02Mono-mono twins share one amniotic sac without a dividing membrane, increasing risks like cord entanglement.
03She was closely monitored by specialists at Rambam Medical Center and hospitalized at 26 weeks.
04The cesarean section was performed early due to security threats and planned Iranian attacks.
05The twins were born healthy and physically connected, a rare occurrence noted during surgery.
06The babies were named Shai Shoshan and Emmanuel Lee, with a meaningful family connection in the naming.

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