Israelis Brace for Retaliation After Joint U.S.–Israel Strikes on Iran

State of Emergency and National Readiness

Following confirmation of the retaliatory strike, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced emergency measures nationwide. Schools in several districts were temporarily closed, large public gatherings were restricted, and non-essential workers were advised to remain near protected spaces. The Home Front Command distributed updated guidelines on shelter procedures, emergency supplies, and communication protocols.

The declaration of emergency also allowed the government to mobilize additional reserve forces and coordinate with municipal authorities. Hospitals prepared trauma units, while emergency medical teams positioned ambulances strategically across metropolitan zones.

Officials emphasized that Israel’s multilayered air defense systems were operating at full capacity. Analysts closely monitored the performance of interception technologies, examining factors such as missile type, launch origin, and interception altitude.

February 28, 2026 | 10:08 pm