Defense Minister and Israeli Military Chief Come to an Understanding Amid Reports of Discord

Jerusalem, 26 August, 2025 (TPS-IL) — Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF (Israel Defense Forces) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir held a private meeting today (Tuesday).

At the meeting, the two finalized the IDF’s procedure for senior appointments, which will continue to include prior consultation with the defense minister out of a “commitment to full cooperation, maintaining continuity of command, and strengthening the IDF’s capabilities in dealing with security challenges.”

“The IDF’s appointment process is a cornerstone in the care of people, and we will continue to do everything to advance it smoothly and professionally,” the two said in a statement.

The meeting came after there were numerous reports of discord between the two men on the matter of senior promotions as well as military policies.