Great meeting with Israeli Defense Minister Gallant. He is a real Israeli patriot and a good friend. 

At this critical juncture in world history, it is imperative the United States demonstrates unshakeable support for the state of Israel, not just by words but by deeds. 

I told Minister Gallant two things. 

First, it is long overdue to put Iran on notice that any Hezbollah attack that would overwhelm the Iron Dome or create an existential threat to the Jewish state will be considered an Iranian attack against Israel. 

The world must hold Iran accountable for the actions of its proxies, including Hezbollah, at this crucial moment in the life of the State of Israel. 

It must be made crystal clear to Iran that if they try to use Hezbollah to destroy Israel, we’re all coming after the Iranian regime. 

Second, I will work with my colleagues in the House and Senate to make sure there is congressional oversight of weapons delivery to Israel. 

The package to supply them weapons was supported by an overwhelming bipartisan majority, and the United States must provide these weapons accordingly.