Washington seeks to reduce tensions in the Middle East, but in the event of an Iranian attack on Israel, the United States is ready to defend Jerusalem. This was stated by US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during a press conference in the Philippines, Reuters reports , UNN reports.
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Austin emphasized that de-escalation of tensions remains a priority for the United States.
We don't want anything like this to happen. We will work diligently to make sure that we do everything we can to help lower the temperature and solve problems through diplomatic meetings
According to him, war in the Middle East can be avoided, so the United States is seeking to reduce the growing tensions in the region.
I do not think that war is inevitable. I hold this opinion. I think there is always room and opportunity for diplomacy
However, he warned that the United States is ready to help Israel in any case if the security situation in the region deteriorates.
Of course, we will help defend Israel. You saw what we did that April. You can expect us to do it again
Recall
Massoud Peseshkian became the new president of Iran, taking the oath of office amid chants of "Death to America and Israel." He promised to improve international relations and ease domestic restrictions, but continued his anti-American rhetoric.