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SrugimSecurity

Israeli Minister Plans Holidays Amid Iran Attack Concerns

Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba

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Hebrew · 19 newsrooms covering

Israeli Minister Eli Cohen advised the public to plan their holidays as usual, stating he is doing the same and that no official directives have been issued by the Home Front Command regarding potential Iranian threats during the holiday season.

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  • Minister Cohen plans holidays normally, advises public to do same.
  • No official Home Front Command instructions issued.
  • Cohen bases his comments on cabinet-level information.
  • Home Front Command solely responsible for public directives.
  • Minister shared personal holiday plans with the public.
Israeli Minister Plans Holidays Amid Iran Attack Concerns
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Minister Eli Cohen, a member of the Israeli Cabinet, stated on Wednesday that he is planning his holiday activities as usual and recommended the public do the same, despite concerns about a potential Iranian attack during the holiday period. Cohen emphasized that his remarks are based on information and reports he receives as a cabinet member.

He clarified that official directives to the public regarding any potential threat are solely the responsibility of the Home Front Command, not individual ministers. Cohen stressed that he is speaking responsibly based on his knowledge but reiterated that the Home Front Command is the authorized body for issuing public instructions.

Cohen confirmed that no special instructions or guidelines have been issued by the Home Front Command for the upcoming holidays. He explicitly stated, "There is no instruction," indicating that there is currently no official order to alter holiday plans.

Concluding his remarks, the minister conveyed a direct message to the public, sharing his personal intentions. "I am planning my holidays, and everyone should plan their holidays," Cohen said, aiming to reassure the public.

SrugimRight · Jerusalem

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