Chief of Staff: 'Women in combat units is risky, with little chance of success'
Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi wrote a professional opinion opposing the introduction of women into the IDF's elite units.
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Chief of Staff: Operational success will be our test after elite units opened to women
IDF spokesman: This should not be our endurance test, where different sectors of the public says they will not enlist.
Netanyahu and Gallant back Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi
A joint statement by the Prime Minister and Defense Minister dismisses the recent criticism of Israel's Chief of Staff.
Former Deputy Chief of Staff: 'We must pressure the government'
Yair Golan says that the main struggle for the IDF is to prevent Israel becoming a dictatorship.
Chief of Staff: 'Public discourse is dangerous to IDF'
Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi commented that the current public discourse on the judicial reform could significantly weaken the IDF.
Former Chief of Staff condones blocking roads in protest
Former Chief of Staff Dan Halutz said it was legitimate to block roads "and other crimes" to protest the judicial reform.
As reservist protests continue, IDF chief of staff meets new recruits
Israeli military's chief of staff meets new recruits, emphasizes army's unity and discipline as reservists' protest continues.
Shabbat B'Shabbato for Parshat Bo
Religious Zionists of America brings you special features, divrei Torah on the Parasha - and a quiz.
'I wanted him to be a rabbi' - Former IDF chief describes mother's reaction to appointment
"My traditional upbringing enables me to see things more clearly," says Gadi Eizenkot.
Watch: What you didn't know about Israel's new army chief
A changing of the guard in the IDF as incoming chief of staff is a religious father of four from a 'settlement' in Samaria?
With approval of Defense Minister: New IDF Chief of Staff to meet Smotrich
Major General Herzi Halevi to meet Thursday with Smotrich, who also serves as a Minister in the Ministry of Defense.
IDF Chief of Staff meets US National Security Advisor
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi: Biden committed to ensuring Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon.
Chief of Staff to soldiers: Thanks to your efforts, terrorist attacks are being prevented
IDF Chief of Staff visits scene of shooting attack in which IDF soldier Noa Lazar was murdered. Manhunt for terrorist continues.
Chief of Staff: PA inability to govern leading to terrorism
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi says part of the reason for the increase in terror attacks is lack of governance in PA-controlled areas.
Report: Netanyahu refused offer to consult with Gantz on new IDF Chief of Staff
Defense Minister's office approached opposition chairman's office several times to invite him to a meeting on the matter, but was refused.
Op-ed: Chief of Staff Kochavi unwittingly erodes confidence in all of the IDF
Kochavi's harsh immediate reaction to a video of haredi soldiers beating Arabs was unadvised. There are two sides to this story.
Netanyahu to Benny Gantz: Don't appoint a new Chief of Staff during an election period
Opposition leader to Minister of Defense: "The candidates are excellent, but this appointment must be made away from any political context."
Historic visit: IDF Chief of Staff lands in Morocco
The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Aviv Kohavi, landed this evening (Monday) for his first official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.
IDF Chief of Staff: Preparing military option against Iran is a moral obligation
Aviv Kochavi says the IDF continues to prepare vigorously for an attack on Iran and must prepare for any development and any scenario.
Cleared for publication: Chief of Staff to visit Morocco
IDF Chief of Staff will visit Morocco, marking the first time that an Israeli Chief of Staff has visited the country.
IDF Chief of Staff honors Islamic festival
The Chief of the General Staff Visited Druze and Bedouin Communities in Honor of Eid al-Adha.
Gantz and Bennett clash over Chief of Staff appointment
Prime Minister is interested in interviewing the three candidates for the position, and clarified to Gantz: I will not be a rubber stamp.
Two weeks later, IDF Chief of Staff apologizes for Sabbath desecration
Kochavi had given a press conference on the Sabbath & forced religious soldiers to pose for a photo with him.
IDF Chief of General Staff meets with U.S. Ambassador to Israel
The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Aviv Kohavi, meets for the first time with the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mr. Thomas Nides.
Why are two IDF generals in the U.S. 'in-between' appointments?
Both are waiting to find out if they'll be appointed the next Chief of Staff - and meanwhile, receiving a full IDF salary.
'We will not rest until the last of the terrorists are captured'
Chief of Staff at Naval Academy graduation ceremony: The IDF will defend the border with the Gaza Strip from any attack against Israel.
President and Chief of Staff to visit USA
At the invitation of President Joe Biden, Israeli President Rivlin will visit the United States for a farewell address.
Knitted kippah in General Staff: Eliezer Toledano to be promoted to rank of general
IDF Chief of Staff and DM decide to appoint observant Brigadier General Eliezer Toledano to Southern Commander, rank of Major General.
After two years: Commission of inquiry into paratrooper's death
Chief of Staff orders commission of inquiry into death of Ron Eliyahu Oved from in bus accident during formation of brigade.
Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff lights Hanukkah candles in Israel
General Mark Milley, who is visiting Israel, lights eighth candle of Hanukkah with IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi.
Weapon theft in north: Lieutenant colonel will be dismissed
Hiram Deputy Commander, officer with rank of Lt Col, and two other officers will be dismissed following theft of 38 weapons from brigade HQ.
White House: 5 more countries considering Israel deals
WH Chief of Staff says 5 more countries seriously considering normalization deals, 3 of which are 'in the region.'
Minister of Defense Gantz: 'Hamas will suffer a very severe blow'
Minister of Defense outlines the IDF's course of action after a meeting with IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi
Chief of Staff on COVID-19: 'We learn, research, and draw lessons'
IDF holds coronavirus learning forum: 'We prepare for second wave in hopes it won't come.'
Mass breach of Health Ministry guidelines on Tel Hashomer army base, officer punished
In a picture circulated on social media, hundreds of soldiers can be seen sitting together in close quarters
'Chief of Staff must denounce justifying attacks on soldiers'
'Certain professors promote agenda qualifying Hamas actions to say we deserve terror because we conquered.'
12th child born to President's Chief of Staff
Rivka Ravitz today celebrates Brit for 12th child along with husband Yitzhak Ravitz who serves as Kiryat Yearim Council head.
Kohavi to top brass: Planning a clear victory
The chief of staff to set up a workshop to discuss the IDF's strengths, with aim of achieving a clear victory in war.
New appointments by IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi
Recently-minted IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi selecting his first commanding posts as head of the army.
Chief of Staff grants US Central Command head IDF medal
Gen. Joseph Leonard Votel granted medal of appreciation for his work in furthering the partnership between the Israeli and US armies.
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