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Bees and Wasps Plague IDF Base in Gush Etzion, Soldiers Confined
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By ניצן שפירא
First reported by Mako · 28 minutes ago
What happened
An IDF base in Gush Etzion is experiencing a significant bee and wasp infestation, leading soldiers to shelter indoors. Despite IDF efforts to trap the insects, the nest has not been found, and the problem continues to affect soldiers, including those with allergies.
- 01Bees and wasps are infesting an IDF base in Gush Etzion.
- 02Soldiers are confined to buildings to avoid stings.
- 03Allergic soldiers face risks due to inaccessible medication.
- 04The IDF is attempting to locate and remove the insects' nest.
- 05The infestation has been ongoing and unresolved.
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