Question
if one needs to prepare supplies for the army during a time of war, can one do this on shabbat, and, if yes, can one drive to and from the place where the packing will take place if it is too far to walk? Thanks & wishing much success to the Israeli army.
Answer
Shalom
If they are essential supplies for the war and cannot be prepared before Shabbat they can be prepared on Shabbat. However not all contributions to the war effort are essential and this must be determined by the Army Rabbinate.
Kol tuv