Israel's top court rejects bid to ban firearms at polling stations ahead of elections

Israel's Supreme Court declined to prohibit firearms at polling stations for Tuesday's parliamentary elections, rejecting a petition by rights group Adalah. Adalah warns that armed party observers could intimidate Arab voters, raising concerns about electoral integrity and minority participation. The ruling sets a contentious precedent for election-day security and civil rights.

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