Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke overnight with his American counterpart, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, APA reports citing the Times of Israel.
According to a readout issued by the Defense Ministry, Gallant and Austin “conducted a joint situation assessment and exchanged views on regional developments and threats.”
Gallant also briefed Austin on the developments in Gaza, “detailing the IDF’s achievements in defeating the Hamas Rafah brigade and destroying over 150 tunnels in the area.”
They also discussed the efforts to reach a deal to release the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, according to the readout.
“Gallant reiterated his steadfast commitment to achieving an agreement, and highlighted the critical timing as it relates to ensuring this framework,” his office adds.
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