PAI, Thailand -- A town in northwestern Thailand finds itself at the center of a misinformation controversy targeting Israelis that has cast a pall over the Southeast Asian nation's critical tourism industry.
Israelis stay away for fear of backlash, hurting hotels and shops

Pai's nature and temples have made the mountain town a popular destination with tourists, including from Israel. (Photo by Kosuke Inoue)
PAI, Thailand -- A town in northwestern Thailand finds itself at the center of a misinformation controversy targeting Israelis that has cast a pall over the Southeast Asian nation's critical tourism industry.