US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks with Israeli Defense Minister, backing Netanyahu government’s call to eliminate Hamas rule in Gaza, prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons
The Trump administration’s defense chief spoke by phone with his Israel counterpart Monday night, discussing regional threats, including Iran’s nuclear program, the future of the Gaza Strip, and the U.S.-Israel alliance.
In a statement released overnight, Pentagon Press Secretary John Ullyot said that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz (Likud) spoke about bilateral interests, regional developments and opportunities, and security assistance priorities during their call.
“The Secretary reaffirmed that the United States remains 100 percent committed to Israel’s security and emphasized the unbreakable bond that exists between the United States and Israel,” Ullyot said.