Despite international calls for a ceasefire, Israeli leaders informed US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan that they intend to persist with their military offensive in the Gaza Strip. Sullivan, expressing concern over escalating civilian casualties, held meetings in Israel, including discussions with Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Gallant stated that the conflict with Hamas would extend beyond several months. The talks also covered the Gaza hostages, border conflicts with Lebanon, and threats in the Red Sea. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked the US for supporting Israel in supplying munitions, blocking UN intervention, and aiding in hostage return. Sullivan affirmed U.S. support against the perceived terrorist threat faced by Israel.
Key Points:
1. Israeli leaders reject international calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, indicating their commitment to continuing the military offensive despite growing concerns about civilian casualties.
2. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan holds meetings in Israel and expresses worry about the increasing number of civilian casualties, engaging in discussions with Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
3. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant predicts that the conflict with Hamas will extend beyond several months, addressing various issues such as Gaza hostages, border conflicts with Lebanon, and threats in the Red Sea during the talks.
4. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extends gratitude to the US for supporting Israel in providing munitions, preventing UN intervention, and assisting in the return of hostages.
5. Sullivan reassures Israel of U.S. support in countering the perceived terrorist threat, emphasizing a commitment to standing against this threat alongside Israel.
(With Agency Inputs)
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