Eyal Zamir

Blame Zamir: Netanyahu's latest front in his war on responsibility, democracy - opinion

If the government pressure finally pushes Eyal Zamir to quit, it will just be another victory in the October 7 coalition’s campaign to deflect blame.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sits next to foreign minister Israel Katz during a cabinet meeting
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir seen at the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest site, in Jerusalem's Old City

October 7 gov't seeks to take control of IDF, not conquer Gaza nor overthrow Hamas - opinion

Outline of Hamas terrorists standing against backdrop of Israeli demonstrators calling for an immediate hostage deal. (illustration)

Hamas mulls possible resumption of hostage negotiations

MK Amit Halevi attends a National Security committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on October 15, 2024.

Israel needs to take full control of Gaza - there is no partial control, MK Halevi says


IDF chief Zamir's dispute with Netanyahu fuels turmoil in military leadership

Following Eyal Zamir's "sin" of speaking his mind about a new policy, he appears to have turned into the prime minister's new main target for blame.

 IDF chief Eyal Zamir, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Israel Katz seen during a military briefing, in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 30, 2025

IDF chief Zamir authorizes expanded Gaza City takeover plan

Zamir's approval comes amid rising tensions between the IDF top brass and Netanyahu's government, after the IDF chief expressed concern over the planned operation.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits Ground Forces headquarters, July 23 2025

'A little humility wouldn't hurt': Katz defends control over senior IDF appointments

Katz clarified that he would continue to accompany and guide the IDF and security establishment with close supervision.

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Debating the war without channeling Hamas's lies - opinion

We need a robust, honest debate, in Israel and worldwide, with right-wingers questioning their faith in Netanyahu and left-wingers questioning their assumptions.

A SOLDIER looks out on Gaza from the Israeli side of the border last month. Even amid the political, military, and diplomatic tribulations, let’s reaffirm our hope that we will continue living as a free people in our homeland, says the writer.

France, Germany, UK to reinstate sanctions on Iran, Israel rescues couple from Indonesia

UN puts Israel on notice over conflict-related sexual violence • Pro-Palestinian activists vandalize GHF director's house • Paris air controller who shouted 'free Palestine' to El Al pilots suspended

 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) bids farewell to French President Emmanuel Macron following a joint military visit to the Northwood Headquarters Northwood, on July 10, 2025 in London, England.

Israel Katz blocks reshuffle of military command in new clash with IDF chief

Sources close to Katz stated that Zamir did not consult or coordinate with him prior to the reshuffle, and therefore, the minister has decided that he will not approve the appointments.

 Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. March 25, 2025.

Zamir on Gaza occupation plan: We will do everything protect hostages, bring them home

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir said on Monday, “We are at the start of a new stage in the fighting in Gaza. We will do everything to protect the hostages and bring them home.”

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits Ground Forces headquarters, July 23 2025

Preparing 'all theaters of war': Surprise IDF exercise tests readiness for large-scale attacks

The operation is meant to test the IDF's reactionary capabilities and readiness for any possible large attacks.

IDF soldiers operating throughout the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Expanding military operations in Gaza, but at what cost? - editorial

The security cabinet's decision to approve Netanyahu's plan to expand military operations in Gaza presents a turning point in Israel's approach to the war, and a possibly steep cost alongside it.

Israelis attend a protest calling for the end of the war in Gaza and the release of all Israeli hostages, in Jerusalem, August 7, 2025

Ministers admit after Gaza City takeover plan: Op. may not defeat Hamas or bring back hostages

Sources close to Smotrich criticized the decision, admitting that the proposal led by Netanyahu might sound promising but is, in reality, more of the same.

An IDF armored personnel carrier manuvering next to other military vehicles on the Israeli side of the Gaza border, July 16, 2025; illustrative.

Strategic mess or strategic mask? Israel's government, military at odds over occupying Gaza

NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Whether this is chaos by design or simply dysfunction on full display, talk over reoccupying Gaza have led to a critical inflection point.

COULD PRIME Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with his desire to militarily occupy all of Gaza, now be telegraphing his moves to the enemy, to the benefit of Hamas? Here, the PM speaks during an event at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Jerusalem last month.