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Israeli Defense Minister Discusses US Military Actions in Iran with American Counterpart

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First reported by Ynet · Jul 16, 2026

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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about US military actions in Iran and regional security. Katz updated Hegseth on Israel's operations against jihadist groups in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon, stressing Israel's sovereignty and commitment to self-defense along its borders.

01Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about US military activity in Iran.
02Hegseth updated Katz on US operations in Iran; both agreed to continue cooperation.
03Katz detailed Israel's actions against jihadist groups in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon.
04Israel is committed to maintaining security zones to protect its borders and communities.
05Katz emphasized Israel never asked the US to act on its behalf along its borders.
06Israel remains determined to defend its citizens against all threats independently.

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