Israel Katz

A sign shows the border between Israel and Lebanon, with a map of IDF's five outposts and a soldier

IDF withdraws most forces from Lebanon, keeping five border outposts

The IDF said that the Lebanese army is doing better than ever before and is surprisingly confronting Hezbollah in some instances but that its performance is still far below where it needs to be.

Katz: IDF to retaliate without compromise to any Hezbollah violation of ceasefire

The military "will continue to enforce with strength and without compromise against any Hezbollah violation – we are determined to ensure full security for all northern communities."

 US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gives a statement to the press, in Tel Aviv, Israel, May 29, 2024

In Israel, US senators dismiss Trump's Gaza plan, say Arab states to have viable alternative

"The one thing that President Trump has done, he started a discussion that was long overdue," US Senator Lindsey Graham said, saying that Arab states had "woken up" to find a better alternative.

By REUTERS
17/02/2025

Katz forms new body to assist Gaza Palestinians to 'voluntarily emigrate'

Should some Gazan Palestinians want to leave, Israel and the IDF will help facilitate their leaving via a mix of land, air, and sea transport options.

National security is too important for political games

When Israel's defense minister demands the IDF Chief of Staff reprimand its chief for presenting security assessments about Gaza plans, he undermines the very system designed to keep Israel safe.

By ERAN SHAMIR-BORER , EDNA HAREL-FISHER
16/02/2025
IDF Ground Forces commander Maj. Gen. Tamir Yadai attends Israel Hayom's security conference

Tamir Yadai’s appointment as IDF deputy chief signals new era for military

Defense Minister Israel Katz appointed Yadai as IDF deputy chief on Friday after his initial refusal.

Maj.-Gen. Tamir Yadai appointed deputy chief of staff

"Major General Yadai is a veteran and esteemed officer who has successfully held key positions throughout his many years in the IDF," the minister's statement read. 

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