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Iran says Israeli election result will have no impact

Updated 13:04 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 13:06 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

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Iran's foreign ministry stated that the outcome of Israel's upcoming legislative election will not affect Tehran's position. The comment was made as Israel prepares for a tightly contested race for Prime Minister. Both Vanguard and Channels TV reported the ministry's remarks without providing further detail.

What we know

  • Iran's foreign ministry said the election result "makes no difference"
  • The election concerns Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's tight race
  • Vanguard and Channels TV both reported the ministry's statement

Why it matters: Regional tensions can influence oil prices and trade, which directly affect Nigeria's economy and the diaspora’s financial interests.

Sources

  1. Iran says outcome of Israeli elections ‘makes no difference’ – Vanguard,
  2. Outcome Of Israeli Elections ‘Makes No Difference’, Says Iran – Channels TV,

Updates

  • – Story published – 2 outlets

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