US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin conducted a call on Saturday with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, emphasizing America’s interest in preventing the war in Gaza from spreading to Lebanon.

Austin condemned the ongoing attacks across the border between Lebanon and Israel, expressing support for the safe return of Israeli civilians to their homes in the north.

He also reviewed US efforts to protect its forces and interests throughout the Middle East.

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