Politics14.06.2026

Iran Missile Threat: IDF Issues New Home Front Command Instructions

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have introduced new restrictions for citizens due to a possible attack by Iran. The Home Front Command has limited the number of participants in mass gatherings to 5,000 people.

The Israel Defense Forces stand on high alert due to a probable Iranian missile strike in the coming hours. The situation escalated sharply following a successful Israeli strike on the main Hezbollah command center in Beirut. The military leadership, including Eyal Zamir, held an emergency meeting to assess current risks. Intelligence data indicates a direct attack scenario from Tehran is now the most realistic. Consequently, the IDF transitioned to maximum readiness for immediate defensive and offensive actions across all operational fronts.

Amid the growing threat, the defense establishment decided to adjust civilian safety rules immediately. The updated Home Front Command instructions take legal effect on Sunday, June 14, starting at 18:00. This special civil defense regime is temporary and, according to current plans, will last until 20:00 on Monday, June 15. Authorities urge citizens to maintain vigilance and strictly follow military instructions during this tense period.

The imposed restrictions directly affect mass gatherings in all regions of the country. To ensure maximum public safety, the gathering limit now stands at 5,000 people. Meanwhile, in the border zone, where the danger level remains traditionally higher, the military decided to maintain the partial operation regime for civilian infrastructure. For residents of these areas, the previous strict instructions remain in force without any additional easing or changes.

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