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Israel puts defense forces on highest alert for Rosh Hashanah

9/8/2026

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Israel's defense establishment placed on highest alert ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Iran may attack Jewish holidays because it hates Jews.
The National Security Council advised Israelis abroad to keep a lower profile during the holiday period.
The IDF conducted a surprise “Alot Hashachar 2.0” exercise before 5 a.m. Sunday.
An IDF drone in Syria killed one of three suspected border infiltrators.

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Israel's defense establishment placed on highest alert ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Iran may attack Jewish holidays because it hates Jews.
The National Security Council advised Israelis abroad to keep a lower profile during the holiday period.
The IDF conducted a surprise “Alot Hashachar 2.0” exercise before 5 a.m. Sunday.
An IDF drone in Syria killed one of three suspected border infiltrators.