US Defense Secretary reaffirms commitment to sustained support for Israel
Lloyd Austin, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, emphasized America’s ongoing support for Israel, adding that the activation of the “TOD” missile defense system on Israeli soil is an example of this support.
The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday, October 16th, that Lloyd Austin met with Yoav Gallant, Israel’s Defense Minister.
Austin stressed the importance of protecting UN peacekeeping forces and Lebanese forces.
According to the statement, the purpose of the meeting was to discuss Israel’s operations in Lebanon and regional security.
Recently, the U.S. government warned Israel that if the volume of humanitarian aid to Gaza does not increase within the past month, the U.S. will halt its military aid to the country.
In a letter addressed to Israeli officials by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, changes must occur.
This warning comes as Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and Gaza continue.
It is also worth mentioning that aid organizations have consistently warned of the humanitarian crisis and hunger in Gaza.
The U.S.’s dual approach of supporting Israel’s defense while pressing for increased humanitarian aid in Gaza reflects the complexity of the current conflict. As military operations and the humanitarian crisis escalate, international pressure on Israel to adjust its policies grows stronger.
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