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The Pentagon reiterated the US’ “unwavering” support for Israel’s right to self-defence on Saturday, vowing to ensure the important US ally has the tools to do so.
“Our commitment to Israel’s right to defend itself remains unwavering,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement, adding that his agency would work “to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself and protect civilians from indiscriminate violence and terrorism.”
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