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

Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reach an understanding on senior appointments amid reports of discord. Smooth

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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.

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