The discussion reviewed Israel’s actions to date, including an attack in Gaza City’s Zeitoun area that began Tuesday. The IDF said Zamir stressed the importance of raising troop readiness and preparing for reserve mobilization while providing a pause ahead of upcoming missions.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz meeting with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir
(Photo: GPO)
Katz accused Zamir of “unnecessary harm to IDF officers” and attempting to change long-standing procedures, potentially influenced by anti-government advisers. Katz said a protocol of early consultation had been established and should be followed systematically.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called on Katz to fire Zamir if he did not dismiss his advisers, accusing the Chief of Staff of being influenced by “far-left political advisers” and resisting the Gaza plan.
Katz’s aides said he does not plan to discuss Zamir’s proposed appointments over the next two weeks and will first review the material and define policy principles. The IDF noted that Zamir had spent about a month trying to schedule a date with Katz to present his appointments for approval, but the Defense Minister repeatedly postponed. This is the second time Katz has delayed combat officer appointments, slowing career progression for officers and their subordinate ranks.
