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IDF Clarifies False Mobile Alert in Central Israel Was Technical Glitch

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 19 minutes ago

What happened

The IDF confirmed a false mobile alert sent to central Israel, including Bnei Brak, was due to a technical fault with no security threat.

  • 01A false alert was sent to mobile phones in central Israel, including Bnei Brak residents.
  • 02The IDF stated the alert resulted from a technical malfunction.
  • 03There is no security threat associated with the alert.
  • 04The incident is under investigation by the IDF.
  • 05The IDF spokesperson reassured the public about the situation.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew18 minutes ago
IDF Clarifies False Mobile Alert in Central Israel Was Technical Glitch
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew19 minutes ago
IDF Attributes False Security Alert in Central Israel to Technical Glitch

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