IDF Extends Military Equipment Return Drive Amid High Public Response
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The IDF has extended its operation to recover military equipment by two days, until November 16th, following a strong public response that saw over 300,000 items returned. The initiative allows for the return of weapons, ammunition, and gear without legal consequences. Key items returned include hundreds of firearms and thousands of grenades, alongside uniforms and medical equipment. The IDF stressed this is the last chance to return items without facing legal action.
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- Over 300,000 military items returned to the IDF in a special operation.
- The IDF extended its equipment return drive until November 16th.
- Civilians can return weapons and gear without prosecution.
- Hundreds of firearms and thousands of grenades were among returned items.
- The operation aims to recover sensitive military equipment and supplies.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has extended a large-scale operation aimed at recovering military equipment and weaponry, with over 300,000 items returned to date. The initiative, launched on November 1st by the Technology and Logistics Directorate (ATAL), allows civilians and reservists to return military gear, ammunition, and weapons taken during regular or reserve service without facing identification requirements or prosecution for illegal possession. Due to the significant public response in the first two weeks, the IDF announced on Thursday that the operation will be extended by two additional days, concluding on November 16th. The military emphasized this is a final opportunity to return equipment without legal repercussions, as full enforcement will resume after the operation ends.
Official data from the first two weeks reveals a diverse range of sensitive items returned, including approximately 210 firearms, 3,800 stun grenades, fragmentation grenades, mortars, and launchers. Additionally, around 3,000 weapon accessories and 1,600 pieces of protective combat gear, such as vests and helmets, were handed in. The operation also saw a substantial return of logistical and medical equipment, with about 8,700 uniform items and textiles, and 430 medical equipment pieces recovered.
Further details and a complete list of collection points are available on the IDF and Reserve Service websites, as well as via a dedicated phone hotline. The IDF Spokesperson highlighted the success of the initiative, noting the high level of public cooperation.
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