USCENTCOM Commander Visits Israel - July 19, 2024

"Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), visited Israel from July 14-17, 2024. During his visit, he met with the Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, Chief of the General Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, and key members.

The leaders shared intelligence assessments and discussed the security challenges faced in both the southern and northern arenas of Israel as well as broader regional security concerns. The discussions emphasized enhancing defense and technological cooperation in order to strengthen Israel's security and bolster deterrence against regional threats. Gen. Kurilla underscored the strategic opportunities inherent in the close U.S.-Israel military partnership."

Sources state this reflects the posture of the US and potential involvement in protecting Israel on the ground.