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January 24, 2023, 2:50 pm
Alleged Netanya fraudster arrested for posing as head of French presidential palace
Man suspected of faking position using special computer program to try to scam European diplomats, including ambassadors
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Central Elections Committee warns of identity theft effort committed in its name
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