The United States will defend Israel in the event of an attack on it, while Washington is taking steps to reduce tensions in the region. This statement was made by the head of the State Department's press service, Matthew Miller, writes AR, reports UNN.
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"We have always been clear that we will defend Israel against terrorism. We will defend Israel against attacks, and we call on all parties in the region to take whatever steps they can to de-escalate," he said on Fox News.
The diplomat added that the United States will take all measures to protect its personnel and interests in the Middle East. "We will defend our interests in the region, and we will hold accountable parties that threaten our personnel," he said.
Miller also called on the Iraqi government to ensure the safety and prosecution of people involved in attacks by the Lebanese Shiite organization Hezbollah.