TEL AVIV, April 13. /TASS/. Israel is closely monitoring Iran’s "planned attack" by Iran and its proxies and is ready for any measures to protect its citizens, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said.

"We are closely following a planned attack by Iran and its proxies against the State of Israel. In recent days we have strengthened our [air] defense array and our offense array," Gallant said, adding, "We are determined to protect our citizens."

The defense minister’s video address was released by his press service.