Israel Election Commission orders Shin Bet probe into alleged foreign influence

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and his Likud party have repeatedly alleged widespread election fraud and foreign interference, specifically targeting Arab parties, following an election where his bloc failed to secure a majority. While the Central Elections Committee and Israeli police have found no evidence to support claims of Arab party fraud, a formal investigation into broader foreign interference, potentially involving Qatar, has been initiated by security services. This situation is highly politicized, with claims largely unsubstantiated but fueling significant political instability and potentially complicating coalition formation.