Israel’s State Comptroller issued an unusually sharp warning today ahead of the 2026 elections, stating that the integrity of Israel’s democratic process is at real risk.
A new report reveals significant failures in the country’s preparedness for foreign interference, especially by hostile actors seeking to disrupt or influence the vote.
According to the Comptroller, the primary threat comes from increased cyberattacks originating from Iran and its espionage networks operating inside Israel. These efforts aim to penetrate sensitive systems, undermine public confidence, and interfere with the ability to conduct secure and transparent elections.
The report also emphasizes that Israel’s enemies have a clear strategic interest: preventing Prime Minister Netanyahu from winning the upcoming elections, as his leadership represents a major obstacle to their regional ambitions.
