Israeli Channel 12 reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a series of consultations with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant regarding the Israeli response to any anticipated attack. The channel noted that "Israel is continuously preparing to strengthen relations with the regional and international coalition." It stated: "Preparations in Israel may continue for many days due to the Iranian response." Israeli media revealed that the Shin Bet issued instructions to Netanyahu and the ministers to avoid being in unprotected locations. The Israeli army announced that it successfully completed a test of a long-range missile defense system.