Israeli Police Prepare for Potential Attack on Elections Chief

Israeli Police are developing a special operational plan to address the possibility of an attack against the President of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, and to manage security incidents that could disrupt the upcoming elections. The preparations cover scenarios ranging from harm to Sohlberg at his home or during transit to public disturbances and security events that might impede voting. These measures are part of broader election security efforts, including discussions between the Police Commissioner and senior security officials. The commander of police in the West Bank region and a regional intelligence officer have been tasked with leading the planning process, with a final operational plan expected next week. This plan will define responsibilities for the police, the Central Elections Committee, and other security bodies, and will outline specific operational measures. While police in the West Bank stated there is no current intelligence indicating an intent to attack Sohlberg, past incidents near his home have prompted preemptive preparations for potential threats to him or the election process. The plan, internally codenamed "Sohlberg Scenario," is being prepared by the West Bank police command, where the Supreme Court justice resides. Sohlberg is classified at "Level Six" security threat, the highest possible, and his personal security was enhanced in August.