On the recordOctober 21, 2023
Israel has not only the right, as we said, but the obligation to defend itself.
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nbcnews.comIsrael has not only the right, as we said, but the obligation to defend itself.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken asserts Israel's right to defend itself following attacks.
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