Pentagon says not support cease-fire in conflict between Israel and Palestine
"We do not support a cease-fire in that that gives time for Hamas to regroup, which is something that would put Israeli citizens and others in danger," spokesman Pat Ryder said at a press briefing. He said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was "advocating for potentially a humanitarian pause."
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 10:44 | 02 November 2023
- Modified Date: 10:44 | 02 November 2023
The Pentagon said on Thursday that it does not endorse a cease-fire in the conflict between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas.
"We do not support a cease-fire in that that gives time for Hamas to regroup, which is something that would put Israeli citizens and others in danger," spokesman Pat Ryder said at a press briefing.
He said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was "advocating for potentially a humanitarian pause."