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Friday, October 30, 2026
Investigation into foreign interference of election said to also include Turkey
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An elderly woman casts her ballot at a polling station in the southern Bedouin city of Rahat on October 27, 2026 during Israel’s legislative election. (HAZEM BADER/AFP)
The investigation into alleged foreign influence in this week’s national election is reportedly focusing on Turkey, in addition to Qatar.
The Ynet news site reports that the probe — now reportedly including the Mossad alongside the Shin Bet — is investigating any alleged influence campaigns from both Qatar and Turkey.
Doha and Ankara have both rejected any allegations that they were involved in attempting to influence the vote.
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