Israel urgently raises security measures - reason named
Israel's security system is ramping up precautionary measures across the country. Starting Friday, September 11, an enhanced security regime will be in effect for the fall holidays until the end of Simchat Torah on October 3. Thousands of police officers, MAGAV personnel, and volunteers have switched to intensified duty. Additional forces have been deployed near synagogues, mass prayer sites, parks, and shopping centers. Street and transport hub patrols have been strengthened, with air and sea assets activated. Drivers have been warned of possible traffic jams. Law enforcement has warned of the risk of apartment burglaries during holiday trips.
Israel's security system is ramping up precautionary measures across the country. Starting Friday, September 11, an enhanced security regime will be in effect for the fall holidays until the end of Simchat Torah on October 3. This was reported by the news portal Ynet. Thousands of police officers, border police MAGAV personnel, and volunteers have switched to intensified duty nationwide. Additional police and security force units have been deployed near synagogues, mass prayer sites, and religious shrines, as well as in city parks, large shopping complexes, and entertainment centers. The police have strengthened patrols on streets, transport hubs, and the busiest pedestrian zones, also utilizing air and sea assets for surveillance. Due to heightened security measures, significant traffic jams are possible on roads during the holidays. Drivers are urged to plan routes in advance and follow traffic rules. Law enforcement also warned Israelis about the risk of apartment burglaries during holiday trips. Residents were urged to inform neighbors about their departure in advance and not to post on social media information that could reveal that a home or apartment is unattended. Earlier, Kursor reported that amid ongoing tensions with Iran and terrorist organizations, Israelis planning to spend the fall holidays abroad are advised to exercise particular vigilance.