The coming weeks will shape the coming decades in the Middle East.

Intensive preparations are underway in Israel for Rubio’s visit — which is planned for the same day [as the next round of talks with Iran].

We are aware of the feeling of uncertainty and the tension prevailing in the public in light of regional developments.

The IDF is closely following the situation in Iran and is alert and ready to protect you.

We are operating in full coordination with our partners in order to strengthen the defense.

IDF forces are alert and ready so that you can continue your routine in safety.

I emphasize again: there is no change in the instructions. If a change occurs, I will be here, and we will alert accordingly.

— Operational range: up to 200 km

— Warhead/payload: approximately 150 kg

— Maximum speed: around 1,500 meters per second (over Mach 4)

— Flight time: up to roughly 250 seconds

— Accuracy: about 14 meters circular error probable

Though my brief acquaintance with Epstein ended years before his crimes came to light, and though I never witnessed during our limited interactions any indication of what was truly going on, I am here to offer what little I know so that it might prevent anything like this from ever happening again.

I had no idea of the crimes Epstein was committing. No matter how many photos you show me, I have two things that at the end of the day matter more than your interpretation of those 20-year-old photos.

I know what I saw, and more importantly, what I didn't see.

I know what I did, and more importantly, what I didn't do.

I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong.