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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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