Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Thursday vowed an "appropriate response" if Iran attacks his country's territory.
"A direct Iranian attack on Israeli territory will require an appropriate Israeli response against Iran," Gallant told U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during a phone conversation on preparations for a possible Iranian retaliatory attack.
During the conversation, Gallant detailed the Israeli preparations and emphasized that Israel "will not tolerate an Iranian attack on its territory."
It was the second time the two officials had talked over the past week. U.S. intelligence officials have assessed that Iran could launch a counter-attack soon in response to the killing of seven Iranians in an Israeli airstrike on Iran's consulate in Syria on April 1.
Earlier on Thursday, Commander of the United States Central Command Michael Kurilla arrived in Israel for talks with Gallant and Herzi Halevi, the chief of the General Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, to coordinate responses to a potential Iranian attack.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
Urgent warning over shortages of lifeThey cost up to £30. But which posh lip glosses are worth the dosh?Cost of privately renting homes rises by more than 9% in a yearChinese lawmakers deliberate work report of NPC Standing CommitteeCopenhagen and Paris mayors exchange lessons learned after huge fires destroy landmarksReal Madrid adapts to Champions League needs: Shock and awe one week, armadillo defense the nextAmanda Holden showcases her toned figure in an elegant coral red dress as she runs errandsUnder mounting pressure, Biden opts to press for ceasefire in GazaAnnie Kilner is seen for the first time since welcoming her fourth son with husband Kyle WalkerNokia sees double
2.5917s , 6504.5859375 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by Israel vows 'appropriate response' if Iran attacks its territory ,World Wrap news portal