2024-04-14 12:41:37
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Joe Biden said Saturday evening that US forces helped shoot down “almost all” of the drones and missiles fired by Iran at Israel. He said he had reaffirmed his “unwavering” support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The American president added in a statement that he would convene his counterparts from the G7, a group of the most industrialized countries, on Sunday to coordinate a “united diplomatic response” to Iran’s “brazen” attack.
“Earlier today, Iran and its relays operating from Yemen, Syria and Iraq launched an unprecedented air attack on military installations in Israel. I condemn these attacks in the strongest terms,” declared the American president.
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Joe Biden indicated that he spoke on the telephone in the evening with Mr. Netanyahu to reaffirm “the unwavering commitment of the United States to the security of Israel”.
“I told him that Israel had demonstrated a remarkable ability to defend itself against and thwart unprecedented attacks, sending a clear message to its enemies that they cannot effectively threaten Israel’s security.” , he added according to the press release.
He said he would convene his G7 counterparts on Sunday and that “his team will work with their counterparts throughout the region,” and would maintain “close” contact with Israeli leaders.
“While we have not seen any attacks on our forces or installations today, we will remain vigilant against all threats and will not hesitate to take all necessary measures to protect our people,” concluded the American president.
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