Israeli Election Chief Cautions Against Media Leaks on Security Probe
Translated & summarized from Vesty by baba
He stated that suspicions raised by Shin Bet head David Zini have not yet materialized into evidence, though the probe must continue. Solberg assured that agencies are cooperating and that results will be released when security allows, amidst concerns about potential political influence.
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- Suspicions raised by Shin Bet head David Zini have not yet become evidence, Solberg noted.
- Solberg urged caution regarding media reports, some of which misrepresent the investigation's progress.
- The investigation involves the Shin Bet, police, and prosecution, with good inter-agency cooperation.
- Results of the investigation will be published when national security permits.
- Opposition claims Shin Bet head Zini acts in Prime Minister Netanyahu's interest.
In a letter to CEC members on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Solberg reported that the investigation is continuing but the evidence situation has largely remained unchanged since the CEC's statement on November 1, 2026. The police had prepared a secret conclusion by November 10, 2026, intending to deliver it the next day, but major findings were soon published by electronic media before the CEC officially received the document around noon on November 11. Solberg urged CEC members to treat publications about the investigation with caution, noting that some reports significantly misrepresent its actual progress.
Solberg revealed that shortly after the elections, Shin Bet head David Zini presented him with suspicions, some very serious, prompting Solberg to order a comprehensive investigation. However, Solberg emphasized that the materials presented so far have not become evidence and may never do so, though he believes the probe must be completed. He met with the special investigative team on November 12, 2026, receiving updates from representatives of the Shin Bet, police, and prosecution. Solberg noted good cooperation between the agencies and government legal advisors, with no instances of legal advisors rejecting Shin Bet's investigative requests. He was assured that requests based on suspicions, as required by law, would be handled promptly.
Amidst opposition accusations that Zini is acting in the interest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Solberg thanked the Shin Bet and its head for their work in protecting the elections and ensuring information security. He pledged to monitor the investigation and remove any obstacles. The results will be published when it can be done without compromising the investigation or national security. Earlier reports indicated police found no signs of illegal election financing in the Shin Bet materials, and the question of whether election "theft" cases would impact the Knesset remains.
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