North country sirens activated, details examined.
Sirens sounded in northern Israel as the IDF investigates the cause of the activations.
Sirens activated in several areas in the north of the country, details are being investigated.
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
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Source: Gil Tanenbaum
Crime • • 2 hours ago New
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Source: Israel Police
defense • • 2 hours ago New
The Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Aviv Kochavi, has appointed Brigadier General Tal Politis as the IDF Attach in Washington.
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Source: IDF Press Release
defense • • 2 hours ago New
Following the announcement of his selection for the role of Military Secretary to the Prime Minister, the Chief of Staff spoke with Brigadier General Guy Marquizano and wished him great success in fulfilling his duties.
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Source: IDF Press Release
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