@SecDef: I called Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant yesterday to discuss Israel’s defense against Lebanese Hizballah attacks. I reaffirmed the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s defense against any attacks by Iran and its regional partners and proxies.

I called Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant yesterday to discuss Israel’s defense against Lebanese Hizballah attacks.  I reaffirmed the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s defense against any attacks by Iran and its regional partners and proxies.

— Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (@SecDef) August 25, 2024