IDF Chief of Staff Halts Soldier Leave Ahead of Election
Summarized from Haaretz English by baba
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced Monday that soldiers will be barred from taking leave starting Thursday in preparation for parliamentary elections. Soldier voting will take place from Tuesday until Election Day, October 27, to accommodate those in naval, isolated, or operational roles. This measure aims to ensure all eligible soldiers can exercise their right to vote.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Soldiers' leave is suspended starting Thursday ahead of the October 27 parliamentary elections.
- IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the suspension of soldier leave on Monday.
- Soldiers will vote from Tuesday until Election Day, October 27.
- Voting arrangements are made for soldiers on naval vessels, in isolated locations, or on planned activities.
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