The Home Front Command lifted restrictions throughout the country - and from Saturday also on the confrontation line.

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April 17, 2026   
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In accordance with the assessment of the situation: The Home Front Command's defense policy will be updated starting today (Friday) at 4:00 PM until next Thursday, at 8:00 PM.

In accordance with the guidelines - the entire country will move to a full activity level, without restrictions - except for: the confrontation line guidance area where the gathering limit of up to 1,000 people will apply until tomorrow at 8:00 PM.

From Saturday, starting at 8:00 PM, the gathering restriction will also be lifted in the confrontation line guidance area.

""The Home Front Command continues to conduct an ongoing situation assessment. Should there be any changes in defense policy, the public will be informed," the IDF spokesman said in a statement.