Live Update 
From the Liveblog of
Friday, May 17, 2024
From the Liveblog of
Friday, May 17, 2024
Pentagon chief says Israel must ensure uninterrupted aid flow to Gaza before Rafah op
File: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin (L) and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant give a joint press conference in Tel Aviv on December 18, 2023. (Alberto Pizzoli/AFP)
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, in a phone call with Israel Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, reinforces the “unquestionable necessity” of protecting civilians and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of humanitarian aid before any potential military operation in Rafah, the Pentagon says.
If you’d like to comment, join
The Times of Israel Community.
The Times of Israel Community.
JOIN THE TOI COMMUNITY
Already a member? Log in here