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Watchdog Group Alleges Vote Buying and Tracking in Arab and Bedouin Communities
The Israeli watchdog group Ad Kan has presented findings alleging vote buying and voter tracking in Arab and Bedouin communities during the 26th Knesset elections.
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What happened
- 01Ad Kan alleges vote buying and voter tracking in Arab and Bedouin communities during the 26th Knesset elections.
- 02The investigation is based on hundreds of testimonies, interviews, and data analysis, suggesting cash and fuel cards were exchanged for votes.
- 03Voter turnout in 128 Arab and Bedouin localities surged from 53.7% in 2022 to over 80% in 2026.
- 04Ad Kan suspects the use of registration booths and an app called "Al-Muwahda" for voter monitoring.
- 05The organization called for a delay in government formation until the investigation into the allegations is complete.
The report, based on hundreds of testimonies and data analysis, claims cash and fuel cards were offered for votes, and registration and tracking systems were used. Ad Kan noted a significant surge in voter turnout in these communities, from 53.7% in 2022 to over 80% in 2026, and called for a delay in government formation pending investigation.
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