President Joe Biden stated that the recent Israeli airstrike that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah is “a measure of justice,” AFP reported. He emphasized that Nasrallah’s death serves as justice for many victims, including numerous Americans, Israelis and Lebanese civilians. Biden reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to Israel’s right to defend itself against groups supported by Iran, such as Hezbollah and Hamas. He announced that he directed the defense secretary to strengthen the US military presence in the Middle East to deter aggression and minimize the chances of a wider regional conflict.