In a recent phone conversation, Israel’s Minister of Defense, Yoav Gallant, and U.K. Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, discussed the latest developments in Israel’s security landscape and reinforced the strong defense ties between their nations.
During the call, Minister Gallant provided an update on the thwarted Hezbollah attack earlier that morning, detailing the precise strikes carried out by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. He emphasized the critical actions taken by the IDF to prevent what could have been an extensive attack on Israeli civilians and military installations.
The conversation also touched on the broader strategic partnership between Israel and the United Kingdom. Minister Gallant highlighted the importance of continued cooperation with Britain to ensure Israel’s security and acknowledged the U.K.’s vital role in maintaining regional stability. In this context, he underscored the need to prevent further regional escalation.
The two leaders also addressed ongoing efforts to secure a framework for the release of hostages, agreeing on the urgency of achieving an agreement. Minister Gallant stressed that responsibility must now be placed on Hamas to make progress in these negotiations.
Minister Gallant concluded the discussion by expressing his gratitude to Secretary Healey for the strong defense cooperation between Israel and the U.K., praising Healey’s leadership and steadfast commitment to Israel’s security during these challenging times.–News Desk