More than 300,000 military equipment items returned to IDF; operation extended by two days

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The IDF began on November 1 an operation to return equipment and combat means that remained in civilian hands, led by the Technology and Logistics Directorate. The operation is being conducted at 62 collection points across the country. So far, more than 300,000 military equipment items have been returned under it.

The operation allows equipment to be returned without an obligation to identify oneself and without prosecution for possessing or removing it unlawfully. The IDF clarified that with its conclusion, legal immunity will end and enforcement against unlawful removal and possession of military equipment will resume.

The IDF announced the extension of the operation by two additional days, in light of its success. The IDF is calling on civilians to use the extra days to return equipment still in their possession.