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IDF Cancels Mount Dov Pilgrimage Due to Heightened Combat Readiness
The IDF has canceled the traditional annual pilgrimage to Mount Dov, citing heightened combat readiness ahead of elections. The decision, made on October 20, follows a security assessment by the Northern Command. Hundreds of residents and soldiers were expected to attend the prayer ceremony.
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- 01The IDF canceled the traditional pilgrimage to Mount Dov on October 20 due to heightened combat readiness.
- 02The cancellation is linked to preparations for the upcoming election period and security assessments.
- 03Hundreds of residents and soldiers were expected to participate in the annual prayer ceremony.
- 04Soldiers' leaves of absence will be restricted starting October 22.
- 05The IDF stated that election security prevents allocating forces to protect the pilgrimage.
An IDF source stated that the need to ensure election security prevents allocating forces to protect the pilgrimage, with soldiers' leaves of absence also restricted.
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