Israeli internal services request authorization to interrogate Arab politicians

Israel's internal security service seeks permission to interrogate four Arab politicians, including Mansur Abbas, over alleged election interference. Shin Bet's director, David Zini, requested the Attorney General's approval for the interrogations, which include Sami Abu Shehadeh and Ahmad Tibi. Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara stated that without evidence, interrogating elected officials is unjustifiable. The Likud party accused her of obstructing an investigation into alleged foreign interference in elections, termed 'Ra`amgate.' Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot criticized Netanyahu's government for undermining democracy amid challenges in forming a government.