Security tensions with Iran: The defense establishment estimates that Iranian terrorist squads will try to carry out an attack against Israelis in the next day, News 12 reported tonight (Friday). Hussein TayebHead of the Revolutionary Guards intelligence organization.
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Meanwhile, security officials, with the knowledge of the Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Conduct a situation assessment today regarding security tensions. The assessment of the situation revealed that the business is at a high boiling point, with the Iranian squads on the ground continuing with increased motivation to harm Israelis. However, there seems to be a desperation among those terrorists, which could lead to increased efforts in attempted harm, and therefore all options on the table. In addition, there is a fear that terrorist elements will try to break into the rooms of Israelis in hotels in Istanbul and also, to harm places of concentration of Israelis.
Meanwhile, the travel warning to Istanbul remains at level 4, while in the rest of the country it is at level 3. At the same time, it seems that the travel warning of the National Security Headquarters shows its signs, with the city currently having about 3,000 Israelis, compared to 5,000 a few days ago.
As you may recall, the National Security Council has issued instructions to Israelis who have chosen to stay in Turkey, despite the travel warning. Also, throughout the stay, one should keep in touch with relatives in the country who will be able to assist in locating them if necessary, with an emphasis on hotel details, planned trips and flights.
Revolutionary Guards in Iran (Photo: Reuters)The National Security Headquarters also recommended removing Israeli symbols, including clothing details and accessories (such as bags), to avoid staying in places identified as “Israeli concentrations”, including restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues. In addition, they asked Israelis to show special suspicion and to avoid attractive offers and business or tourism opportunities (such as tour guides and organized trips) that may be used to harm Israeli tourists, with an emphasis on offers posted on social networks.
Further warning concerned the means of transport, with an emphasis on taxi travel. The National Insurance Institute emphasized that care must be taken to choose the various means of transportation and to avoid the random use of vehicles. Israelis were also asked to be vigilant during their stay at the hotel and especially to lock the room door during their stay.