Incidents of violence and clashes on Election Day

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During an election tour by Yair Golan in Tel Aviv's Park HaMesila, a person standing near him approached, and a knife was found in his possession. According to the Democrats party, Golan's bodyguards seized the suspect and a knife fell from his clothing. Police were called and arrested him, according to reports.

According to police, no stabbing attempt took place. They said the suspect, a Jerusalem resident in his 20s, was arrested and taken in for questioning on suspicion of possessing the knife. The Democrats party continued to insist on its version of events.

On Election Day, an assault also occurred in Holon. According to Israel Hayom, a Democrats party activist was punched outside a polling station on Pickman Street, and according to Maariv, he was beaten until he lost consciousness by an activist identified with Ben-Gvir. The suspect has not yet been arrested.