US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin came to Tel Aviv to meet with Israeli leaders. He announced this on his page on the social network. X.
The Pentagon chief said he expects to meet with his Israeli counterpart Yoav Galant, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his War Cabinet, to reaffirm the United States’ “unwavering commitment” to Israel.
The sides will also discuss Israel Defense Forces (IDF) operations to eliminate militants of the radical Palestinian movement Hamas, with Austin in turn emphasizing the need to protect civilians and ensure the passage of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. .
CNN channel quotes sources in the Pentagon reportedAustin plans to put “pressure” on the Israeli leadership due to increasing civilian casualties during his visit to Tel Aviv.
Formerly American political scientist John Mearsheimer statedUS President Joe Biden is afraid of getting in the way of the Israel lobby.