Hegseth to Katz Press On Against Iran “We Stand With You”

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed strong support for Israel’s military campaign against Iran during a phone call with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz overnight.

According to a statement released Thursday morning, Hegseth encouraged Israel to continue its operations against the Iranian regime.

“Continue until the end we are with you,” the U.S. defense secretary told Katz during the conversation.

Katz thanked Hegseth for what he described as unprecedented cooperation between the United States and Israel during the conflict.

The defense minister highlighted both the offensive operations carried out jointly against Iranian targets and the defensive support provided to Israel during missile and drone attacks.

Katz said the coordination between the two militaries has been critical during the ongoing campaign.

He also emphasized Israel’s commitment to protecting American troops stationed throughout the Middle East.

The conversation underscores the depth of the military alliance between the United States and Israel during one of the region’s most significant confrontations in years.

American forces have been involved in defensive efforts such as intercepting drones and assisting with regional security, while Israel continues its air campaign targeting Iranian military infrastructure and leadership.

Officials from both countries described their cooperation as historic.

According to the Israeli statement, the two defense leaders agreed that their partnership is reshaping the strategic balance in the Middle East.

As the conflict continues, both Washington and Jerusalem view the campaign as a critical effort to neutralize threats posed by the Iranian regime.

“Together, we are changing the face of history in the region,” Katz said following the call.

The statement reflects the broader strategic objective shared by the United States and Israel: weakening Iran’s military capabilities and reducing its influence across the Middle East.

As operations continue, the alliance between the two countries remains a central factor shaping the course of the conflict.

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