Noam Shapira () is an Israeli military officer, serving as Director of Israel's National Public Diplomacy Staff within the National Public Diplomacy Directorate since June 2026.
Career Shapira previously in the IDF General Staff Reconnaissance Unit and as a commander in the IDF Operations Directorate.
Shapira commanded the unit that created the Telegram channel "72 Virgins - Uncensored", which allegedly carried out an influence operation directed towards Israelis following the October 7 attacks, including publishing graphic wartime footage and crude messaging in Hebrew.
National Public Diplomacy Directorate In June 2026, Shapira was appointed Director of Israel's National Public Diplomacy Staff. The position had previously been vacant since January 2023.
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