🛡️ ISRAELI READINESS AND SECURITY DECISIONS: The IDF has gone on high alert following escalation in the Gulf region. An Israeli official told Channel 14: "We are ready to return to combat immediately and are awaiting the green light from the US".
An Israeli military official said the IDF is monitoring the situation and remains at high readiness. "Our air defense systems and offensive capabilities are at a high level of readiness, which have not changed since the ceasefire [took effect]," the official said.
There are currently no changes to Home Front Command guidelines for civilians. "Any change in the guidelines will be updated accordingly."
Ynet reports Israel has raised its military alertness, while Walla reports Israel is preparing for a resumption of the war with Iran.
Prime Minister Netanyahu held a series of security discussions throughout the day. His trial session scheduled for tomorrow was canceled due to "security tensions" in the Gulf.
🚀 UAE UNDER ATTACK AND RESPONSE POSTURE: The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defense systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 UAVs launched from Iran on May 4, 2026. The attack resulted in 3 moderate injuries.
The Ministry of Defence said it remains fully prepared to confront threats and safeguard national security and stability.
The Emirati Foreign Ministry stated: "We strongly condemn the renewed treacherous Iranian aggression using missiles and drones. We reserve the full and legitimate right to respond to these attacks".
The UAE has informed Israeli counterparts it will respond and "not remain silent."
🛡️ ISRAELI INVOLVEMENT IN UAE DEFENSE: An Israeli air defense system stationed in the UAE intercepted an Iranian missile earlier today. Israel had quietly deployed an Iron Dome battery and personnel there, according to CNN.
🔥 IRAN SIGNALS FURTHER ESCALATION: An Iranian military spokesperson referenced a coming "Night of Rage." Reports indicate a meeting of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.
The Iranian Army stated: "Tonight, we will begin a new chapter, a chapter that enemies have never seen like it."
⚔️ US MILITARY ACTION AND WARNINGS: President Trump warned Iran could be “blown off the face of the Earth” if it fires on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
US forces destroyed seven IRGC boats, while Iran struck a ship and launched missile and drone attacks on the UAE.
President Trump stated: "Iran has taken some shots at unrelated Nations with respect to the Ship Movement, PROJECT FREEDOM, including a South Korean Cargo Ship... We’ve shot down seven small Boats or, as they like to call them, “fast” Boats. It’s all they have left."
He added: "Other than the South Korean ship, there has been, at this moment, no damage going through the Strait".
⚔️ CEASEFIRE AND REGIONAL CONTEXT: President Trump declared Iran's proposed ceasefire terms "not acceptable."
Israel is weighing resuming combat in Gaza after Hamas refused to disarm. Hezbollah has vowed to thwart any Israel-Lebanon agreement.
🏛️ DIPLOMATIC ACTION AT THE UN: The US will co-draft a UN Security Council resolution with Bahrain and Gulf allies to hold Iran accountable over the Strait of Hormuz.
The draft would require Iran to stop laying sea mines, halt tolling efforts, and disclose the number and locations of mines placed in the strait.
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