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Israeli Defense Minister Gallant declares a 48-hour nationwide state of emergency

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has declared a 48-hour state of emergency starting Sunday morning after pre-emptive strikes in Lebanon. The emergency measures allow the IDF to restrict gatherings and close certain sites.

Published August 25,2024
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Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced a 48-hour nationwide state of emergency from 06:00 am (0300 GMT) Sunday, after the Israeli military launched what it called pre-emptive strikes in Lebanon.

"The declaration on the state of emergency enables the IDF (Israeli military) to issue instructions to the citizens of Israel, including limiting gatherings and closing sites where it may be relevant," Gallant said, in a statement issued by his office.