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Ongoing Story· Day 42

Balad Chairman Explains Controversial Oct. 8 Article, Admits Regret

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YnetnewsPolitics

Balad Chairman Denies Election Manipulation Claims as 'Blood Libel'

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Balad Chairman Sami Abu Shehadeh dismissed accusations of election result manipulation as a "racist blood libel." He argued that in civilized countries, losing parties accept defeat, unlike in Israel where he claims the losing side incites against citizens. Abu Shehadeh criticized those accused of serious offenses for making these allegations and inciting against a segment of the population.

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  • Balad Chairman Sami Abu Shehadeh called election manipulation claims a 'racist blood libel'.
  • He stated that losing parties in civilized nations accept defeat and step down.
  • Abu Shehadeh criticized the Israeli system for inciting against 20% of citizens.
  • He accused those facing bribery and fraud charges of making the allegations.

Ynetnews publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read Ynetnews’s full report from the link at the top of the page.

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