Netanyahu faces accusations of delegitimisation campaign as Israeli police dismiss election-theft claims
Source Summary
Israeli police have dismissed Likud's claims that the election was stolen by parties representing Palestinians, as the count of absentee ballots continues. Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party and Netanyahu's main rival, has warned political opponents against exploiting allegations of foreign interference to delay the swearing-in of the next Knesset.
Why it matters
The dismissal of election-theft allegations by Israeli police and warnings against exploiting interference claims directly address the legitimacy of the election outcome and the formation of the next government.
What remains uncertain
The outcome of coalition talks and the final composition of the next government remain unresolved as absentee ballots continue to be counted.
