Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant Declares 48-Hour Emergency from 6:00 AM Amid Hezbollah Attacks

Aug 25, 2024, 03:10 AM

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has declared a 48-hour emergency situation across the country, effective from 6:00 AM on August 25, 2024. This declaration follows a significant attack by Hezbollah and allows the IDF Home Front Command to impose various restrictions under the special situation on the home front. The emergency status was announced under the Civil Defense Law of 1951 and is intended to address the ongoing security threats. Reports indicate that power outages have occurred in Akko following heavy rocket fire from Hezbollah. Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Gallant were seen at the IDF headquarters' bunker in Tel Aviv as the IDF launched preemptive strikes against Hezbollah.