Amid ongoing tensions with Iran, IDF Spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin reassured the Israeli public on Friday that there are currently no changes to the Home Front Command�s safety guidelines.

In a statement issued ahead of Shabbos, Defrin emphasized that the IDF remains fully prepared on all fronts.

�Towards Shabbos, I want to say to all citizens of Israel � the IDF is optimally prepared, both in defense and in offense. It is important to emphasize: there is no change to the Home Front Command guidelines. We will update you if there is any change,� Defrin said.

He urged the public to rely only on official sources and avoid spreading rumors.

�Continue to listen only to authorized sources and the IDF Spokesperson, and do not cooperate with rumors,� he added.

Defrin also referenced the ongoing efforts regarding Sgt. Ran Guvili z�l.

�Even at this hour and at all times, we do not forget Staff Sergeant Ran Guvili z�l. We will continue to act at all times until he is brought home,� he said.

He concluded with a message to the nation: �Shabbat Shalom and a quiet Shabbat.�

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