YnetNews.com reports: “Israel’s security establishment is on maximum alert ahead of Rosh Hashanah, amid warnings of potential terror attacks and a call from a senior IDF commander for vigilance despite recent operational successes.

Police Commissioner Daniel Levi ordered a series of heightened measures: increased patrols, stepped-up enforcement against illegal residents, expanded volunteer deployment, the positioning of senior commanders at stations and units, readiness for riots, and continued special task forces against organized crime and terror-related offenses. Special police and Border Police units also have raised their alert level.

In Jerusalem, preparations began last month with security for the thousands of worshippers and visitors arriving nightly in the capital and the Old City. Security forces conducted patrols and coordination meetings, focusing heavily on monitoring incitement on social media…”