Acting Elections Director Says Israeli Vote Cannot Be Stolen

Dinn Livneh, the acting director-general of Israel’s Central Elections Committee, gave a rare interview to Channel 13 about the preparations, fears, and security measures surrounding the next election, which the outlet frames as the 2026 vote. He said he is likely one of the most important figures in the coming election process because of his role overseeing it.

Livneh addressed the many conspiracy theories circulating ahead of election day and said the committee is working on solutions to protect the integrity of the ballot. He also spoke about the concerns and threats directed at him, saying, "You cannot threaten me."

His central message was that the election system is secure. Livneh said, "You cannot steal elections in Israel," pushing back on claims that the result could be manipulated. The interview focused on the Central Elections Committee’s readiness for voting day and the challenges it expects to face.