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IDF soldiers begin voting at over 850 military polling stations as 2026 Knesset elections approach

"The IDF is a national, state-oriented army that will do everything necessary to ensure the elections proceed as planned," IDF Elections Officer, Col. Vered Ben Yehuda said.

  • Over 850 military polling stations established for 2026 Knesset elections
  • IDF soldiers can vote at bases until Election Day on October 27
  • IDF imposes leave restriction for units, plans to increase numbers in West Bank

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