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People take part in a rally against the government as they call the opposition to form a government with the Arab parties following last week's general election, in Tel Aviv, Israel Oct. 31, 2026. (Credit: Jamal Awad) Add as preferred on Google The largest Arab-Israeli bloc on Wednesday denounced "political persecution," after one of its members was accused of accepting foreign money before last week's elections, where the community turned out in record numbers.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doubled down on the accusations of foreign interference in the Oct. 27 vote."There are serious suspicions that foreign states have spent considerable sums to influence the outcome of the elections in Israel," Netanyahu said in a video, speaking in front of an Israeli flag and the slogan "Prime Minister's Office."The prime minister and his far-right allies have gone on the offensive against Arab-Israeli politicians, who could put main opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot in the top seat if they team up."The targeting of Ayman Odeh is political... You have reached your article limit.Stay informed as events unfold across a region in flux.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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