At 22:18 CET, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported the start of an air attack by Iran against Israel.
The IDF statement reads as follows:
Iran launched UAVs from within its territory toward Israel a short while ago. The IDF is on high alert and is constantly monitoring the operational situation. The IDF Aerial Defense Array is on high alert, along with IAF fighter jets and Israeli Navy vessels that are on a defense mission in Israeli air and naval space. The IDF is monitoring all targets.
At 22:16 CET, the official Twitter account of the office of the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, published a video with a message to the people of Israel in the Hebrew language, subtitled in English:
In recent years, and especially in recent weeks, Israel has been preparing for a direct attack by Iran.
Our defensive systems are deployed; we are ready for any scenario, both defensively and offensively. The State of Israel is strong. The IDF is strong. The public is strong. pic.twitter.com/ykeItV7ZRi
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) April 13, 2024
This is the translation of the message into English:
In recent years, and especially in recent weeks, Israel has been preparing for a direct attack by Iran.
Our defensive systems are deployed; we are ready for any scenario, both defensively and offensively. The State of Israel is strong. The IDF is strong. The public is strong.
We appreciate the US standing alongside Israel, as well as the support of Britain, France and many other countries.
We have determined a clear principle: Whoever harms us, we will harm them. We will defend ourselves against any threat and will do so level-headedly and with determination.
Citizens of Israel, I know that you also are also level-headed. I call on you to follow the directives of IDF Home Front Command.
Together we will stand and with God's help – together we will overcome all of our enemies.
Millions of people are with the people and the State of Israel. Our hearts and our prayers are with them.
God bless Israel.
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Photo: Kobi Gideon. Netanyahu stands next to an Israeli Air Force F-15 Eagle fighter during a visit to Tel Nof Air Base on April 11, 2024.
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