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Singer Maya Dadon Faces Military Trial for Election Day Photo

Israeli singer Maya Dadon, who is currently serving in the IDF, will face a military disciplinary hearing after posting a photograph of herself in uniform holding a Likud party ballot. The incident occurred on Election Day, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, when Dadon shared the image on her Instagram story with a caption urging the public to vote.

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What happened

01Singer Maya Dadon, an IDF soldier, will face a military disciplinary hearing for posting a photo in uniform with a Likud ballot.
02Dadon posted the photo on Instagram on Election Day, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and deleted it minutes later.
03The IDF confirmed on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, that Dadon will be tried for violating regulations against political activity.
04Military regulations strictly prohibit soldiers from using IDF uniforms, symbols, or affiliation for political purposes on social media.
05The Central Elections Committee noted that photography inside polling stations is forbidden for both soldiers and civilians.
06Violating the polling station photography ban can result in criminal charges to protect ballot secrecy.

Although Dadon deleted the post minutes after publishing it, the IDF confirmed on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, that she will face proceedings for violating military regulations. The IDF emphasized that it is a state, apolitical institution, and that using military uniforms, symbols, or affiliation for political purposes is strictly forbidden, including on social media.

In addition to military rules, the Central Elections Committee reminded the public that photography inside polling stations, particularly behind the voting booth curtain, is prohibited for both soldiers and civilians to protect ballot secrecy. Violating this ban can lead to criminal charges. Dadon has not yet responded to requests for comment.

Summarized by baba from the reports of 3 newsrooms. Updated 00:07

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