12/18/2023

U.S. Defense Chief Urges Israel to do More to Protect Gaza Civilians

Lloyd Austin urged protection of civilians, renewed the call for two-state solution

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Monday Washington's support for Israel was "unshakable" but he urged its ally to do more to protect civilians as its war against Hamas brought yet more death and destruction to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

Lloyd, speaking during a visit to Israel, said Hamas was a "fanatical terrorist group" that should never again be able to make attacks on Israel from Gaza.

His visit came amid growing concern from foreign governments and international organisations over the death toll among civilians in Gaza from Israeli bombardments as well as rising hunger and destitution.

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