Israel Katz
Israel Katz says Lebanon's Aoun responsible for Hezbollah violations after IDF strike
The IDF said it struck on Friday evening an active Hezbollah military outpost, as well as underground infrastructure, in southern Lebanon's Beaufort Ridge.
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'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.
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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.
IDF chief to hold readiness assessment for all combat units following surprise exercise
The IDF chief announced the review following a surprise readiness drill, which was aimed at identifying whether the lessons that were learned from Oct. 7 were implemented.
Threat of West Bank terror down 80%, Katz credits IDF's 'powerful offensive' policy
Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams refugee camps were "hotbeds of terrorism built with Iranian financing, arms, and guidance, Katz claimed.
Hostage survivors, family members hold Kabbalat Shabbat outside Katz home
"I would give everything to see my Matan beside me tonight,” Zangauker said.
'It is his right, duty to express his opinion': Katz defends Zamir in response to PM's son
“As the defense minister appointed by the government to oversee the IDF, it is my responsibility to ensure things are carried out - and so they will be.”
'Professional over political': Sa'ar pushes against demands that Zamir comply with gov't on Gaza
Sa’ar wrote that IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir “is required to express his professional opinion clearly and unequivocally to the political echelon.”
'IDF will carry out government policy,’ says Katz, amid Gaza occupation rumors
The ministry noted that during the visit, Katz “coalesced his stance” regarding the next security and diplomatic steps Israel needs to take “in order to actualize the goals of the war."
Israel forms c'mttee to evaluate mental health support for veterans
There have been several IDF soldiers and reservists in recent weeks who have taken their own lives due to trauma from the military and from October 7.
IDF bombs largest Hezbollah precision missile factory in Lebanon to block terror org. rebuidling
Katz said, "Any attempt by the terror organization to rehabilitate, to reconstitute itself, or to threaten [Israel] will be answered with uncompromising power."
