Eyal Zamir
IDF Chief Zamir proposes sweeping reforms after October 7 failures
The IDF chief made his mark on increased readiness, from more troops on the border, to more tanks, to less holiday vacations.
Mossad's new outsider: Inside Roman Gofman's uphill battle as Israel's spy chief - exclusive
New IDF chief lawyer Maj.-Gen. Offir visits Gaza front lines for legal assessment
IDF appoints Arik Ben-Dov as new acting IDF US defense attache
Abu Shabab's death sparks wave of anti-Hamas militia recruitment
Last week, the man seen at the heart of efforts to establish anti-Hamas forces - Yasser Abu Shabab - was killed in southern Gaza's Rafah area.
Israel Katz, IDF chief Eyal Zamir strike partial deal on October 7 probes, top appointments
The largest remaining issues are the fate of Tishler and the next Air Force chief, as well as the next defense attache in Washington.
IDF finds weapon of slain hostage Capt. Daniel Perez in booby-trapped Gaza compound
Captain Daniel Perez was murdered during the October 7 massacre. His remains were returned to Israel on October 13, 2025. His father, Rabbi Doron, was recently elected WZO president.
Israel Katz approves IDF chief's appointments, holds off General Staff approvals amid public spat
According to the defense minister, the remaining dispute might be resolved in the coming days - though originally he said there would be no resolution before the end of December.
Netanyahu letting Katz, Zamir battle over shaping IDF General Staff - analysis
What began as a political alliance has evolved into a deeper fight over control of the IDF, with Netanyahu and Katz pushing changes Zamir views as overreach.
Gaza's Yellow Line is Israel's new border line, IDF chief Eyal Zamir tells reservists in Gaza
We will not allow Hamas to reestablish itself. We have operational control over extensive parts of the Gaza Strip, and we will remain on those defense lines," Zamir said.
Katz slams IDF chief Zamir: IDF inquiries and promotions must follow agreed process
Katz said the IDF is subordinate to decisions of the political echelon, headed by the prime minister, and that the defense minister’s role is to ensure those decisions are implemented.
Katz rejects appt of Col. (res.) Gitelman, claims he promoted draft dodging
"Those who preach or encourage refusal will not serve in the IDF and will not be promoted to any position," Katz said.
Oct. 7 cm'tee not yet formed due to Zamir-Yadai tensions, Zamir calls for external investigation
Initial IDF assessments indicate that the second Turgeman committee's findings are likely to cause a shakeup within the defense sector, given their critical assessment of the Oct. 7 events.
IDF Chief Zamir appoints new head for probe into intel failures for 'Walls of Jericho' Hamas plot
"We are moving into the next phase regarding the inquiries of October 7th, the phase of integrating the lessons into the IDF’s work plan and implementing them," Zamir said in the release.
IDF Chief of Staff Zamir to hold meeting over new commanders, contradicting Defense Minister Katz
Katz recommended suspending the discussions, arguing that they could resume only after the Defense Ministry comptroller reviews the probes from November.