US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin discussed the growing conflict in the Middle East with French Armed Forces Minister Sebastien Lecornu.
“Earlier today, I spoke with Sebastian Lecornu about the continuation of close coordination between our countries regarding the development of the situation in the Middle East. I reaffirmed the determination of the United States to defend Israel against Iranian aggression. The United States remains committed to advancing a diplomatic solution, avoiding further escalation of the conflict, and protecting our personnel and facilities in the region.” wrote he is on social network X on Wednesday night Kyiv time.
As reported, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched a large number of rockets at Israel on Tuesday. The Israeli military said it would respond to this shelling when it deemed necessary. The IDF estimated the number of rockets fired at Israel at approximately 180.