The White House on Thursday announced the deployment of new defense forces to help Israel defend itself against Iran and its proxies.
The brief statement on the matter was released during a recording of a phone call between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which was also joined by Vice President Kamala Harris.
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The two leaders discussed Israel’s efforts to defend itself against Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
“The President discussed efforts to support Israel’s defense against threats including ballistic missiles and drones, and also reviewed the deployment of new defensive U.S. forces,” the statement said.
During the call, Biden emphasized continuing efforts to ease broader tensions in the region.
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Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have risen in recent weeks following an exchange of airstrikes.
After Israel acknowledged killing its top leader, Netanyahu said on Thursday that anyone attacking his country would pay a “very high price”. Hezbollah and Hamas commanders In the recent strike.
The split screen shows Hamas terrorists on the left and Hezbollah Radwan forces on the right. (Chris McGrath/Getty Images | AP/Hassan Amar)
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“Israel is extremely prepared for all scenarios, both defensive and offensive,” Netanyahu said. “Any act of aggression against us from any direction will come at a very high price.”
