On October 26th, Jinshi Data News, Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson, Rear Admiral Haggai, stated on TV after bombing Iran: "Anyone who threatens Israel will pay a very heavy price." He then said, "Israel and the Israeli Defense Forces are on high alert after the attack." "Once again, we have proven that in order to defend the citizens of Israel, we will launch attacks and retaliate wherever necessary." When asked if Israel expected retaliation from Iran, Haggai said that the Israeli Defense Forces have been on "high alert" since the war began, but now it is at a "peak alert." He said that the guidance for Israeli citizens remains unchanged, there are currently no restrictions on the public, but the public is asked to remain vigilant. When asked if the United States assisted in attacking Iran, Haggai said that the United States is an ally of Israel and maintains "close contact