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Shin Bet to Probe Bribery and Foreign Interference Claims in Israeli Elections
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Israel's Central Elections Committee chairman has ordered the Shin Bet to investigate suspicions of foreign bribery and interference in the recent elections, citing concerns over potential funding from countries like Qatar and Turkey. The investigation follows a record voter turnout among Arab citizens and allegations from the Likud party. While police noted few integrity issues, the Shin Bet is tasked with substantiating or refuting claims of improper influence within one week.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Shin Bet ordered to investigate foreign bribery and interference in Israeli elections.
- Allegations involve foreign funding from Qatar and Turkey influencing Arab voter turnout.
- Record high voter turnout among Arab citizens noted in the recent elections.
- Investigation follows arrests for alleged voter bribery for the Ra'am party.
- Shin Bet head David Zini tasked with delivering findings within one week.
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