Pentagon Press Secretary Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant by phone today to reiterate the unwavering U.S. support for Israel in the wake of Hamas' abhorrent terrorist attack and to receive updates on Israel's operations to restore security. The Secretary reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to expedite air defense capabilities and munitions requested by Israel in support of their efforts to defend the Israeli people.
Secretary Austin and Minister Gallant agreed to remain in close contact in the days and weeks ahead.