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Hegseth tells Netanyahu US commited to ensuring Israel has the capabilities to defend itself
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleThe US Department of Defense issues its own readout of new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s introductory call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that Hegseth stressed that Washington is fully committed to ensuring Israel “has the capabilities it needs to defend itself.”
“Both leaders discussed the importance of advancing mutual security interests and priorities, especially in the face of persistent threats,” the statement reads, hailing the “unbreakable bond” between the US and Israel.
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