A massive corruption probe has led to the detention of dozens of people, including senior officials of the Histadrut, Israel's General Federation of Labor.
Those detained include Histadrut chairperson Arnon Bar-David and his wife, who are being questioned on suspicion of corruption offences.
Hundreds of people are expected to be questioned in the affair, which raises suspicions of:
The police have raided 52 private homes, 12 government offices, 6 local authorities, and 5 corporations.
Those arrested will be brought before the Rishon LeZion Magistrates Court for a hearing on extending their detention.
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Author's summary: Corruption probe detains dozens in Israel.