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Shin Bet Clarifies Election Interference Probe, Denies Broad Accusations
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The Shin Bet issued a statement clarifying its investigation into suspected Qatari interference in the elections, stating the probe is ongoing and focused. The agency denied that the investigation casts aspersions on the entire voting public, asserting only those who acted illegally would be addressed. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot, and Yair Lapid were briefed on the investigation within the past 24 hours.
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- Shin Bet stated its election interference investigation is ongoing and focused, not implicating the general public.
- Only individuals acting unlawfully will be dealt with, according to the Shin Bet statement.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot, and Yair Lapid were briefed on the probe.
- Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar provided the briefing to the political leaders.
- Judge Noam Sohlberg was the only external entity with access to information before the elections.
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