Defense Minister Yoav Gallant’s recent trip to the United States to discuss security matters was initially postponed at the request of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. However, Gallant clarified that any future political travels would have the Prime Minister’s approval.
Gallant was scheduled to meet with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to discuss security issues, including Iran. The Defense Ministry confirmed that Gallant postponed his trip to await Netanyahu’s conversation with US President Joe Biden, which is now expected to take place on Wednesday.
Defense Ministry Statement
The Defense Ministry emphasized that the Defense Minister’s travels represent the Israeli government and the Prime Minister, underscoring the importance of official approval for all political trips.
Stay tuned for updates on the security discussions between Israel and the United States.