During the attack, air raid sirens were activated throughout Israel as a precautionary measure in anticipation of Iranian retaliation. Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a special emergency situation on the home front across the country, starting from 3:00 AM. | During the attack, air raid sirens were activated throughout Israel as a precautionary measure in anticipation of Iranian retaliation. Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a special emergency situation on the home front across the country, starting from 3:00 AM. |