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US Calls On Israel To Prevent Escalation Of Conflict In Region


(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 25. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant, the US State Department said in a statement, Trend reports.

According to the information, at the meeting Blinken said it was important to prevent an escalation of the Middle East conflict and find a diplomatic solution.

"He also underscored the importance of avoiding further escalation of the conflict and reaching a diplomatic resolution that allows both Israeli and Lebanese families to return to their homes," the State Department noted.

Blinken and Gallant reportedly discussed ongoing efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza that secures the release of all hostages and alleviates the suffering of the Palestinian people.

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