"US Defense Secretary and Israeli Minister Discuss Defense Cooperation Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East"
TL;DR
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reaffirmed unwavering U.S. support for Israel's defense during a call with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, following Iran's attack from Iranian territory. Both officials commended the collaborative defensive efforts and emphasized the U.S.'s commitment to standing by Israel in the face of any future attacks by Iran and its allies.
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