The head of the Shin Bet security agency warned Monday that Iran is actively trying to interfere in Israel's elections, according to a report by Shemesh.
The head of the Shin Bet issued a warning Monday that Iran is attempting to interfere in Israeli elections, according to a report by Shemesh. No further details on the nature of the interference were provided in the initial report.
The warning follows a series of Israeli official statements and reports on Iranian influence operations. As The Zioneer has previously reported, the State Comptroller warned of Iranian social media interference ahead of the elections (July 7), and Shin Bet had reportedly identified attempts to influence the elections and harm senior officials (July 17). Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid also called for a unified body to combat election interference, warning of Iran-Russia influence operations (July 8).
The latest alert from the Shin Bet chief underscores the persistent concern within Israel's security establishment over foreign meddling in the democratic process. The scope and methods of the alleged Iranian efforts remain under investigation.
6 developments
- StrongKnesset committee chair sends Shin Bet chief sharp letter ahead of debate on election interference threats
- StrongJustice Sohlberg, Senior Shin Bet Officials to Join Classified Knesset Hearing on Election Preparations
- DevelopingLikud slams election watchdog appointments, raising fears of challenging election outcome
- DevelopingLapid calls for unified body to combat election interference, warns of Iran-Russia influence operations
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