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US says Blinken spoke with Gantz, reiterated Biden’s position on Rafah operation
File - War cabinet minister Benny Gantz, right, meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Tel Aviv, March 22, 2024. (Courtesy)
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated President Joe Biden position on “a major Rafah operation” when he spoke with Israeli Minister Benny Gantz on Friday, the US State Department says.
The readout comes after the International Court of Justice ruling on Rafah echoes remarks by a White House spokesperson, with the administration yet to give a detailed response to the court’s decision.
Blinken also discussed importance of Israel and Egypt concluding talks to reopen Rafah the crossing as soon as possible, the department says.
There is no immediate statement from Gantz’s office on the call.
