Eyal Zamir

IDF chief doubles West Bank forces, blasts Finance Ministry amid 'politicized' budget clash

All of this takes place as IDF officials have said Jewish extremist violence has reached new levels, with hundreds of extremists recently drawing out a conflict with the IDF.

Israeli security forces guard as Jews tour the West Bank city of Hebron, August 22, 2026
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir meets US Air Force Chief Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach at the IDF's Kirya headquarters in Tel Aviv, August 23, 2026.

IDF Chief Zamir meets with US Air Force Chief Wilsbach to discuss Iran, regional issues

A Turkish flag waves atop the Turkish embassy as an Israeli flag is seen nearby, in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 26, 2016

Turkey has changed from rival to enemy amid Middle East shifts, security officials warn

IDF soldiers on Israel's border with Syria, September 9, 2025.

WATCH: Netanyahu says that IDF 'made sure' Syria 'understood' that Turkey unwelcome in region


High Court hears petition on soldiers who died by suicide, says mental injury no less than physical

Justices pressed petitioners on whether the Almoz Committee discriminates, saying a broader recognition fight may require a separate legal path.

 Bereaved families, friends and Israeli soldiers visit the graves of fallen soldier during Remembrance Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on April 30, 2025.

'Traitor,' 'Enemy of Israel': Dozens protest outside IDF chief's home after soldier punishment

The protesters held signs reading “traitor, enemy of Israel,” played loud music, and waved Israeli flags. Dozens of activists took part in the protest.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir is seen at Yad Vashem during the Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony on April 14, 2026.

IDF chief Eyal Zamir's battle against indiscipline is essential to Israel’s war effort - opinion

Why IDF chief Eyal Zamir’s crackdown on unauthorized symbols is about protecting the IDF’s professionalism and chain of command in wartime

The IDF’s ethical framework is clear. The ‘Spirit of the IDF’ lists statehood, responsibility, personal example, human dignity, purity of arms, and discipline as its core values.
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As Gofman takes on Mossad head role, who will take over as Netanyahu’s military secretary?

Gofman himself is still awaiting his official and final appointment as head of the Mossad, but behind the scenes, the candidate picture is beginning to take shape - along with the balance of power.

Mossad Chief Roman Gofman waits before a joint press conference of US President Donald Trump and Netanyahu in the State Dining Room at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, September 29, 2025.

US, Iran making progress in talks, though military option remains on the table, sources tell 'Post'

Israeli officials stressed that despite ongoing diplomatic contacts, the military option “remains on the table” for US President Trump.

US President Donald Trump gestures while delivering remarks at the White House in Washington, May 11, 2026.

Israel assesses ICC will issue arrest warrants for five officials over Gaza war crime allegations

The ICC is expected to issue arrest warrants for Defense Minister Katz, Finance Minister Smotrich, National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, IDF Chief Zamir, and Southern Command Chief Yaniv Asor.

(L-R) Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir

WATCH: IDF conducts 'Sulfur and Fire' readiness exercise along eastern border, Dead Sea area

The exercise, dubbed “Sulfur and Fire,” included simulated scenarios of infiltrations into communities, drone threats, and complex incidents in the Dead Sea area.

IDF forces during the “Sulfur and Fire” readiness exercise along Israel’s eastern border and the Dead Sea area on May 15, 2026.

IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visited UAE during Op. Roaring Lion, sources confirm

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visited the UAE secretly during Operation Roaring Lion, accompanied by a US delegation, to strengthen strategic cooperation and discuss defense against Iran.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends a Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, May 10, 2026.

IDF soldier sentenced to month in prison for wearing 'Messiah' patch during IDF chief's visit

Zamir had been touring the West Bank when he encountered several soldiers who were behaving inappropriately and failing to follow military discipline.

KATZRIN EMERGENCY Squad members take part in a training exercise simulating a terrorist infiltration in the city’s industrial zone, in Katzrin, Golan Heights, November 2, 2025.

IDF preparing plan to return to Gaza fighting, depending on Iran ceasefire deal

A security source told Walla that signing a last-minute agreement with the Ayatollahs' regime could bring Israel closer to resuming fighting against Hamas in Gaza.

(Illustrative) IDF soldiers are seen traversing northern Gaza rubble during Operation Brave Heart, the operation to rescue the body of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, January 26, 2026.