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Israel Observes Yom Kippur 2026 With Fast, Restrictions, and Road Safety Warnings
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By Рами Мадрих
First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 21 hours ago
What happened
Israel is preparing for Yom Kippur 2026, beginning September 20, with a 25-hour fast, widespread transportation shutdowns, and prohibitions on activities like washing and wearing leather shoes. Authorities are also issuing safety warnings for increased pedestrian and cyclist activity on roads.
- 01Yom Kippur 2026 begins Sept. 20 with a 25-hour fast and national shutdown.
- 02Restrictions include no food, drink, washing, leather shoes, or marital relations.
- 03Public transport and Ben Gurion Airport will close; roads will be mostly car-free.
- 04Safety warnings are issued due to increased cycling and potential for injuries.
- 05The holiday focuses on repentance, atonement, and forgiveness.
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