Israel minister says expects US support 'following attack on Iran'

Israel minister says expects US support 'following attack on Iran'
by AFP Staff Writers
Jerusalem (AFP) Oct 22, 2024

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant told visiting US top diplomat Antony Blinken that his government expects Washington's support when it attacks Iran in response to a missile strike earlier this month.

"The United States' stance with Israel following our attack on Iran will strengthen regional deterrence and weaken the axis of evil," Gallant said according to a statement from his office, referring to Tehran-aligned armed groups in the Middle East, after Israel has vowed retaliation for the October 1 missile attack.

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