Published November 01,2024
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U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin reassured his Israeli counterpart of Washington’s readiness to defend Tel Aviv in opposition to Iran, the Pentagon stated on Thursday.
In talks with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, Austin “reaffirmed that the United States remains fully prepared to defend U.S. personnel, Israel, and partners across the region against threats from Iran and Iran-backed proxy groups,” in accordance with a Pentagon assertion.
The two protection chiefs mentioned potential paths towards de-escalating heightened regional tensions and bettering the humanitarian scenario within the Gaza Strip, which has been underneath lethal Israeli onslaught for over a 12 months.
The Pentagon stated Austin additionally emphasised U.S. help for a diplomatic answer in Lebanon that may allow civilians on either side of the nation’s shared border with Israel to return dwelling safely.
The dialog additionally coated “steps Israel is taking and should continue to advance” to extend humanitarian support entry to Gaza and prospects for a hostage launch settlement coupled with a cease-fire deal.
Source: www.anews.com.tr