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U.S. Secretary of Defense: U.S. Remains Committed to the Defense of Israel
(U.S. Defense Department) Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin spoke twice with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant on Friday about events in Lebanon. The Secretary expressed full support for Israel's right to defend itself and its people against Iranian-backed terrorist groups. Secretary Austin stressed that the U.S. is determined to prevent Iran and Iranian-backed partners and proxies from exploiting the situation or expanding the conflict. The Secretary made it clear that the U.S. remains postured to protect U.S. forces and facilities in the region and committed to the defense of Israel.