Overview
- The IDF says it is closely monitoring developments related to Iran and has elevated defensive readiness across formations under Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir.
- Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin reports no change to Home Front Command instructions and asks the public to avoid rumors and rely on official information.
- Media outlets, including Reuters, report the United States may launch military action against Iran on a near-term timeline, with President Donald Trump saying he is considering the use of force.
- Israeli officials say they expect advance notice of at least a few hours before any U.S. strike to allow preparations on the home front.
- Israel has reinforced air defenses and placed the Air Force on high alert, assessing a direct Iranian attack is not certain while preparing for possible proxy fire and cyber threats.