Preparing for Escalation? The Military Issues New Guidelines for Northern Residents

Following a security assessment by the military, the IDF announced today (Sunday) several changes to the guidelines for all evacuated communities in the northern valley. Residents of Kfar Giladi, the Gushrim, Ma'ayan Baruch, Dafna, Dan, and She'ar Yashuv are advised to minimize movement within their communities, avoid gatherings, and stay close to protected spaces.

Additionally, residents of Kiryat Shmona have been informed that, according to military instructions, they should remain near protected spaces until further notice. "Avoid gatherings and refrain from unnecessary travel around the city. We will continue to provide updates based on developments," a statement said.

Residents are also advised to continue following Home Front Command alerts.

It was noted that after Hezbollah confirmed that the Hezbollah Chief of Staff Fuad Shukr was in the building that was bombed yesterday, they conveyed a message to Israel stating that they would launch a strong and powerful attack in response to the assassination.