U.S.-Israel Defense Talks Spotlight Gaza Humanitarian Concerns

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin engaged in discussions with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant regarding Israel's operations in Lebanon and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The talks followed a letter from Washington urging improvement. Austin encouraged Israeli efforts to enhance humanitarian aid flow into Gaza.

Amid mounting international focus, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin conversed with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to address Israel's military operations in Lebanon and Gaza's dire humanitarian conditions.

This dialogue follows a Washington correspondence pressing for significant humanitarian relief in Gaza. Such communications underscore the essential diplomatic efforts at play.

Austin commended Israel's recent actions aimed at increasing humanitarian aid into the region, emphasizing continued steps are crucial to alleviate ongoing suffering. The Pentagon highlighted these dialogues Wednesday, as part of ongoing bilateral defense relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)