U.S. Defense Secretary Urges Israel to Reexamine IDF Engagement Rules

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed serious concerns to Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant regarding the Israel Defense Force's responsibility for the death of American citizen Aysenur Eygi in the West Bank. Austin urged a reexamination of the IDF's rules of engagement in the region.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has voiced 'grave concern' to Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over the Israel Defense Force's role in the 'unprovoked and unjustified' death of American citizen Aysenur Eygi in the West Bank, according to a statement from the Pentagon.

During their conversation, Austin stressed the need for the IDF to reevaluate its rules of engagement while operating in the West Bank.

The Pentagon's statement highlights the significant diplomatic strain caused by this incident and underscores the urgency for policy review.

(With inputs from agencies.)