Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant today. The Secretary and the Minister discussed efforts to protect Israel's security and negotiations to secure the release of hostages, enable an immediate ceasefire, and increase the flow of life-saving humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The Secretary also underscored the importance of measures to de-escalate tensions in the region.