Arab-Israeli alliance denounces 'political persecution'

The Joint List, the largest Arab-Israeli political bloc, condemned accusations of political persecution against its member Ayman Odeh, who is under investigation for alleged foreign funding. Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed foreign interference influenced the recent elections, asserting that significant sums were spent to sway the results. The Joint List defended Odeh, stating the accusations aimed to delegitimize Arab voters. Despite Netanyahu's claims, the Central Elections Committee found no evidence of election fraud. Opposition leader Yair Golan criticized the government's actions, alleging abuse of power and unwarranted arrests of political activists.