Bismuth Summons Shin Bet Over Election Interference Fears

Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chair Boaz Bismuth summoned Shin Bet chief David Zini for a discussion on attempts to interfere in Israel's October election, warning that threats may come from abroad and from within. Times of Israel reports Bismuth tied the warning to the High Court's freeze of Michael Rabello's comptroller appointment after claims of a tainted Knesset vote. JPost says his letter asked the Shin Bet to address foreign election threats and concerns stemming from the court ruling, while Olam Katan reports he cited cyber threats and influence warfare. Election integrity matters, but so does respect for Israel's constitutional institutions.