Israel's Defense Minister provided a detailed briefing to his US counterpart regarding Israeli military actions against Hezbollah. This briefing occurred following a significant escalation of hostilities between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group. The Defense Minister informed the US Defense Secretary about the ongoing Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operations aimed at degrading Hezbollah's capacity to launch attacks on Israeli civilians.
Additionally, the two officials engaged in discussions concerning the broader regional landscape and the threats posed by Iran and its proxies. The Pentagon confirmed that the US remains committed to Israel's right to self-defense and emphasized the importance of pursuing diplomatic solutions to ensure the safety of citizens in northern Israel.
Israel responded to Hezbollah's rocket attacks with extensive strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The Israeli military advised civilians to evacuate areas where Hezbollah is active in anticipation of further attacks.
Preceding the recent military actions, Israeli authorities had informed the US about an upcoming operation in Lebanon without disclosing specific details. The US Secretary of State clarified that the US was not aware of nor involved in the incidents that transpired.
