Shin Bet Chief wanted election results delayed due to alleged foreign influence, sources say
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According to senior law enforcement sources, Shin Bet chief David Zini only changed his mind several days after the elections, when 'it was explained that drastic steps cannot be taken without solid evidence'
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Shin Bet Chief wanted election results delayed due to alleged foreign influence, sources say. According to senior law enforcement sources, Shin Bet chief David Zini only changed his mind several days after the elections, when 'it was explained that drastic steps cannot be taken without solid evidence' Covered by 1 publications. Haaretz: Shin Bet Chief wanted election results delayed due to alleged foreign influence, sources say.
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- Haaretz Israel Shin Bet Chief wanted election results delayed due to alleged foreign influence, sources say According to senior law enforcement sources, Shin Bet chief David Zini only changed his mind several days after the elections, when 'it was explained that drastic steps cannot be taken without solid evidence' 2 h ago · Tier 2
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