Defense Minister Israel Katz held on Thursday his first conversation with UK Defense Secretary John Healy, emphasizing the importance of securing the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Katz urged the UK to oppose any Gaza cease-fire proposal not tied to hostage releases. He also warned of Iran’s continued efforts to establish terror fronts against Israel, including in the West Bank, and reiterated that Israel would respond decisively to any violations of the Lebanon cease-fire.