Northern Israeli authorities shut schools as tensions escalate

Northern Israeli authorities shut schools as tensions escalate Local authorities in northern Israel have announced that schools will remain closed until further notice as tensions along the Lebanese border escalate, according to The Times of Israel. The move was reportedly taken independently by local officials rather than at the direction of the military. Israel’s Home Front Command also said areas including Meron, Bar Yochai, Or HaGanuz and Safsufa would remain under partial activity restrictions, limiting gather