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IDF Restricts Soldier Leave, Boosts West Bank Presence Ahead of Elections
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The IDF is restricting soldier leave and increasing troop numbers, especially in the West Bank, until the October 27 Knesset elections to ensure security. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated the measures are to guarantee safe and timely elections. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas against attempting terror attacks to influence the vote, vowing a strong response. Party chairman Naftali Bennett criticized the leave restrictions as an undue burden on soldiers.
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- IDF restricts soldier leave and increases troop numbers ahead of October 27 Knesset elections.
- Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir cited ensuring safe and timely elections as the reason for the measures.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas against terror attacks to influence the vote.
- Shin Bet Director David Zini cautioned of potential Hamas kidnapping attempts near election time.
- Naftali Bennett criticized the leave restrictions as an excessive burden on soldiers.
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