The Pentagon is working with U.S. Defense companies to expedite the delivery of weapons to Israel as violence escalates in the region. Military cargo planes have already departed the U.S. with security assistance for Israel. Defense stocks rose in response to the news. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has ordered the movement of U.S. firepower closer to the region to bolster Israeli security. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in over 1,300 deaths, including 11 U.S. citizens. President Joe Biden has directed his team to work with Israeli officials on hostage recovery efforts.

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