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Israeli Security Service Thwarts Foreign Attempts to Target Officials and Influence Elections
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Israel's Shin Bet has foiled foreign attempts to harm senior officials and influence the October 27 elections, including a fake Telegram channel recruiting Israelis for incitement and attacks. Security has been heightened amid fears of escalating interference.
- 01Shin Bet prevented foreign plots targeting Israeli political and security leaders ahead of elections.
- 02A Telegram channel "Bnei Eretz" was exposed recruiting Israelis for incitement and attacks.
- 03Several suspects were arrested and security for threatened officials was increased.
- 04Attempts aim to exploit social tensions and influence the October 27 elections.
- 05Security agencies expect interference efforts to intensify closer to election day.
- 06Ensuring safe and fair elections is a top priority for Israeli security forces.
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