In Israel’s scorching summer, school’s out and surf’s up, and fears of war are returning

As Israel experiences its hottest summer temperatures, fears of renewed conflict with Iran are escalating, prompting some cities to reopen municipal bomb shelters. While the Home Front Command has not issued new instructions, the IDF has moved to "maximum readiness." The US and Iran have resumed hostilities, with Iran retaliating against US targets in the Middle East. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming US visit has sparked speculation about de-escalation, but analysts anticipate Israel being drawn into the fighting, especially if the US expands its strikes. Israelis express weariness with the ongoing threat, with one resident stating, "We're really just sick of it." The increased use of powerful ballistic missiles and cluster munitions by Iran poses a significant danger, as evidenced by past casualties and the recent death of an 82-year-old critically wounded in an April attack.