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US expresses concern to Israel about reported strikes against Lebanese army

2024.10.23 20:15

© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin listens to remarks by U.S. President Joe Biden during a Cabinet meeting inside the West Wing at the White House in Washington, U.S, September 20, 2024. REUTERS/Tom Brenner/File Photo

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told his Israeli counterpart on Wednesday that Washington had deep concerns about reports of strikes against the Lebanese armed forces, the Pentagon said in a statement.

Austin also urged Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to make sure Israel takes steps to ensure the safety and security of the Lebanese armed forces and the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, the Pentagon said after their call.



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