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Israel: University start dates pushed back amidst tensions
8 October 2023 17:10 BST
Israeli universities have pushed back the start date for the new academic year amidst the exchange in attacks which started yesterday morning.
While university typically starts on 15 October, it has now been pushed back to 22 October, according to the Committee of University Presidents.
Large numbers of students and faculty members have been drafted into reserve duty, the committee announced.
Primary and secondary schools in Israel have also been closed, at least until 10 October, Israeli media states.