Israeli government spokesman David Mencer has said that the country’s return to fighting in Gaza has been “fully coordinated with Washington” following the deadliest strikes on the territory since a fragile ceasefire took effect in January, AFP reports.

“I can confirm that the return to intense fighting in Gaza has been fully coordinated with Washington. Israel has thanked President [Donald] Trump and his administration for their unyielding support for Israel,” Mencer said at a press briefing.