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IDF Chief of Staff Orders Leave Embargo on Election Day Amid Attack Concerns

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IDF Chief of Staff Orders Leave Embargo on Election Day

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IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has ordered a leave embargo for all soldiers on election day due to concerns of potential terror attacks. The military has increased operational activity and defensive measures across multiple borders. This decision follows Zamir's recent announcement of heightened readiness.

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  • IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered a leave embargo for soldiers on election day.
  • The decision was made due to fears of terror attacks aimed at influencing the elections.
  • The IDF has increased operational activity and defensive measures on multiple fronts.
  • The military is monitoring potential threats along various routes.
  • The move follows Zamir's recent announcement of heightened readiness.
IDF Chief of Staff Orders Leave Embargo on Election Day
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IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir has decided to impose a leave embargo on all military personnel on election day, it was revealed Sunday. The decision follows an assessment that terrorist groups might attempt attacks on election day to influence the outcome. In response, the IDF has intensified its operational activities and altered its defensive posture across all fronts, including Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the Jordanian border. The military is preparing for potential threats along various routes that terror organizations might use to carry out attacks aimed at disrupting the elections. This move comes just two days after Zamir announced heightened readiness in light of the upcoming elections.

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