$BTC The Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on February 28 that Israel has conducted a preemptive strike against Iran while declaring a nationwide state of emergency.
Speaking to the press, Mr. Israel Katz stated: “The State of Israel has launched a preemptive strike against Iran to eliminate threats to the State of Israel.” Mr. Katz also confirmed that he has issued an order to implement “an immediate state of emergency across the territory.” At the same time, sirens sounded in many areas across Israel.
The Home Front Command of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued a warning requesting residents near air raid shelters to take cover. The military's announcement stated, “due to the security situation,” residents need to identify the location of the nearest optimal protected shelter close to their homes and limit unnecessary travel activities. The IDF emphasized that this proactive warning is meant to prepare for the possibility of missile launches targeting Israeli territory. However, according to the Israeli military, at this time, residents do not need to enter shelters.