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Monday, August 12, 2024
Gallant, US counterpart Austin discuss regional threats in overnight call
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke overnight with his American counterpart, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, in the seventh such call in recent weeks.
According to a readout issued by the Defense Ministry, Gallant and Austin “discussed both operational and strategic coordination in light of recent developments.”
“Gallant detailed IDF readiness and capabilities in the face of threats posed by Iran and its regional proxies, and discussed interoperability with the wide range of US military capabilities deployed to the region,” the ministry says.
Gallant also “highlighted the urgency of achieving an agreement for the release of hostages and thanked the US administration for its leadership and commitment to this issue.”
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