4 November, City

Security forces to hold Ashkelon exercises Nov. 9–11

The Ashkelon Municipality said the Lachish District will hold an exercise in the city from Nov. 9 to 11. Residents may see security forces, soldiers and vehicles on the move.

Security forces to hold Ashkelon exercises Nov. 9–11
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The exercise is scheduled for Monday through Wednesday, Nov. 9–11, 2026, from 07:00 to 20:00. Security forces, soldiers and vehicles will be active mainly near the Lev Ashkelon Mall complex.

On Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 07:00 to 20:00, soldiers and vehicles will also move as part of a shuttle system to the Ashkeluna parking lot.

The municipality stressed that the exercise was planned in advance and there is no cause for concern about a security incident. The municipal call center at 106 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What to know

  • The exercise will take place Nov. 9–11, from 07:00 to 20:00.
  • The main area for force and vehicle movements is near the Lev Ashkelon Mall complex.
  • On Nov. 10, from 07:00 to 20:00, soldiers and vehicles will move as part of the shuttle system to the Ashkeluna parking lot.
  • The municipal call center at 106 is available 24/7.
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