Israeli Election Results Valid Despite Foreign Interference Probe, Says Election Chief

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Solberg, in coordination with the heads of Shin Bet and the Legal Advisor's office, stated that while suspicions of foreign funding require investigation, they do not provide grounds to question the overall election outcome. Official results are set to be published on November 4th, and Solberg assured that the voters' choices will be honored.

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Israeli election results are valid and reflect voter will, despite foreign interference probe, stated CEC Chairman Noam Solberg.
Suspicions of foreign funding influencing the election campaign are under investigation by Shin Bet.
Election officials agreed that confirmed suspicions would not invalidate the overall election results.
A joint task force including Shin Bet, police, and prosecution will investigate the interference allegations.
Official election results will be published on November 4th and submitted to the President.
CEC Chairman Solberg stated that most media reports on the investigation are inaccurate.

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Solberg's declaration was made in coordination with Shin Bet head David Zini and Legal Advisor to the Government the Legal Advisor to the Government, and acting CEC Director General Dean Livne.

Solberg acknowledged serious suspicions of foreign funding aimed at influencing the election campaign, potentially involving national security aspects. He has tasked Shin Bet with investigating these suspicions in accordance with the law. However, he emphasized a distinction between the need for investigation and grounds for challenging election outcomes, stating that while suspicions require verification, overturning results demands solid proof. The current evidence, he stressed, does not allow for questioning the overall election results.

Furthermore, Solberg, Zini, and Baharav-Miara are in agreement that even if suspicions are confirmed, the legality of the electoral process and its overall outcomes will not be compromised. Any potential individual violations are currently being examined. Solberg also addressed media reports, stating that most recent publications about the Shin Bet investigation are inaccurate, as the probe is in a covert phase relying on classified information.

A joint task force led by Shin Bet, police, and the prosecution will be established to thoroughly investigate all circumstances. Solberg intends to monitor the investigation until its conclusion. The electoral process will continue as scheduled, with official results to be published on Wednesday, November 4th, and submitted to the President. Solberg assured voters, "Your vote has been counted. Your choice will be honored."

Solberg specifically noted that the suspicions do not cast a shadow on the voting of Arab citizens, commending their exercise of democratic rights and the high participation across all segments of the population. He highlighted that on October 27, 2026, Israelis voted in record numbers, and their decision will be upheld. Verified information regarding the investigation will be released as permissible, considering current restrictions.