The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) is the military force responsible for safeguarding the security of the State of Israel. Comprising of ground, air, and naval components, the IDF plays a central role in defending Israel's borders, conducting operations, and maintaining a state of readiness.
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Unlike the command focused on Iran, the fact that the issue is being reviewed means that Zamir views the situation in the North as dynamic.
In the video shared on social media, the reservists are seen firing toward Gazan territory upon hearing the name 'Haman' read out by a fellow combat fighter.
Eliezer 'Cheney' Marom explained there were two main reasons the IDF was ill-prepared for Hamas's invasion and subsequent massacre on October 7.
Among those considered to replace Gordin as IDF's northern commander is Maj.-Gen. Rafi Milo and Maj.-Gen. David Zini.
Zamir said that he will press for an "equal burden sharing" of service, wanting to increase the number of haredim serving in the IDF.
"A state inquiry is necessary, not to accuse, but to get to the root of the problems, and to make it possible to fix them,” Herzi Halevi said.
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