Israeli army spokesman Avichay Adraee said that in recent hours, increasing preparations had been observed among Hezbollah's ranks to launch missile salvos towards Israeli territory in the coming hours. He added that the army is working to thwart these activities, stressing that the air defense systems and forces deployed on the border are in a state of full readiness and alert at both the offensive and defensive levels. He called on the public to maintain vigilance and adhere to the instructions of the home front. He concluded by saying that the army will not allow the citizens of Israel to be harmed, and will respond forcefully to any threat.