Gallant goes to Washington

(JNS) — Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant met on Monday in Washington with White House adviser Amos Hochstein.

The two men discussed the ongoing conflict against Hezbollah and the “actions required to achieve a framework that enables the safe return of Israeli communities to their homes in the north,” according to an Israeli readout.

Gallant reiterated his commitment to changing the security situation on the northern border.

He told Hochstein that the transition to “Phase 3” in the war against Hamas in Gaza will impact developments on all fronts, and that Israel is preparing for every scen...