Title: Austin and Gallant Discuss Regional Security Threats Including Hezbollah Activities

The U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon) revealed that "U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant discussed regional security threats, including Hezbollah activities in southern Lebanon." It stated that "Austin emphasized during the call the United States' determination to ensure that Hamas cannot threaten Israel's security," noting that "Austin discussed preparations for the phase following major combat operations with his Israeli counterpart."