Israeli military chief
In the wake of a leadership shake-up, FIDF doubles down on a disputed claim to reassure donors
For donors, the picture is even murkier: Beyond FIDF and LIBI, there are dozens of other groups that contribute meaningfully to Israeli soldiers.
Israel Katz blocks reshuffle of military command in new clash with IDF chief
IDF chief's resignation an 'excellent start,' families of October 7 victims say
IDF chief Herzi Halevi to step down in March, cites military failure on October 7
The controversy surrounding appointing new IDF intelligence chief Shlomi Binder - analysis
Why did Halevi pick Binder, given there were other qualified candidates with less controversy? Some say it's preexisting loyalties...
Ex-IDF maj.-gen.: Halevi, Kohavi overemphasized intel. over combat forces
Former Deputy Chief of Staff Uzi Dayan discussed an IDF document with Prof. Aryeh Eldad and Ron Koffman, criticizing Kohavi and Halevi for overemphasizing intelligence.
Ex-IDF intel chief: Letting Hezbollah remain in Israeli territory worse than conflict
The former IDF intelligence chief believes that the long-term threat presented by allowing Hezbollah to remain in Israeli territory outweighs the risk of a larger conflict with Hezbollah.
Gallant raises a toast to Netanyahu, PM snubs him in return
"This is the real chain of command of the State of Israel," said Gallant. "The prime minister, the defense minister, the chief of staff and IDF major-generals."
How an Israel-US military drill will influence the region - analysis
This joint exercise is expected to be one of the largest joint military exercises ever between Israel and the United States.
IDF combat units to receive citations for role in Operation Break the Wave
The Chief of Staff’s citation will be given to the Golani Brigade’s Reconnaissance Brigade and the Israel Police’s National Counter Terror Unit (YAMAM).
Israel's security chiefs' political path is moderate but muddled - opinion
Jewish Israelis have awarded majorities to parties of the Right in almost every election since 1977.
Israeli military is watching the war in Ukraine closely - analysis
The IDF will study footage released on social media as well as all the military power being used by both sides in order to better prepare for the next war that it will be engaged in.
The IDF Chief of Staff’s paycheck revealed in new defense report
A new finance report indicates that wages in the defense system are high relative to the average wage in the economy.
The virtues and pitfalls of former IDF chiefs of staff entering politics
"Run, Eisenkot, run"
What are the top five challenges facing Aviv Kochavi, the IDF's new chief?
From Iran to Gaza, haredim to Netanayhu, what will incoming IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi have to contend with during his tenure?
