The IDF reported that there were no changes to the Home Front Command security guidelines.
The Chief of Staff also admitted that he does not know when exactly the war will end, just that "we're not close yet. If we don't fight and put pressure on Hamas, it will take even more time."
Israel's national security is being influenced by delays in publishing October 7 probes and significant leadership changes initiated by IDF Chief Herzi Halevi during the ongoing war.
Yadai informed Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi of his intention to resign in the coming weeks. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has approved the request.
This revelation dramatically increases the scope of what was already considered to be one of the most severe breaches of the State of Israel’s security ever recorded.
Some 58% lost faith in the IDF chief, with many believing he should resign immediately • Reservists retain faith in field commanders
Lt. Col. Elad Goren was appointed Head of Humanitarian-Civilian Effort in Gaza, facing criticism for not being under Southern Command.
In the aftermath of Oct. 7 and the ongoing war, there are several key takeaways in the changing IDF intelligence chiefs.
The incoming head of the intelligence directorate urged an investigation into the failures of October 7.
Blinken is in Israel to advance a hostage deal with the hope of holding an end-game set of talks in Cairo at the end of the week.