Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Ms. Sabrina Singh provided the following readout:
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke yesterday with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant to receive updates on Israel's operations to restore security following Hamas' brutal terrorist attack. The Secretary called for Lebanese Hezbollah to cease its attacks from southern Lebanon into Israel, and underscored the importance of humanitarian aid deliveries to civilians in Gaza. The Secretary updated Minister Gallant on upcoming deliveries of security assistance to Israel, and reiterated the U.S. commitment to the safe return of hostages held by Hamas.