Dismissal

Following the controversy, Netanyahu denies reports

The Prime Minister's Office denies reports that Yossi Basad was dismissed by Sara Netanyahu, saying he asked to end his role for personal reasons 'unrelated in any way to any particular incident.'

New wave of layoffs at Microsoft

Microsoft announced the dismissal of about 4,800 jobs worldwide as part of a cost-cutting and efficiency plan, with the most significant impact on the Xbox gaming division at the company.

Japan:

Principal paid for small coffee, took large, fired

A middle school principal in Japan was fired after paying for a small coffee and taking a large. In addition, he was arrested and lost his teaching license.

Boeing fires chief executive after hundreds killed in crashes

CEO Dennis A. Muilenburg dismissed after protracted crisis renders 'change in leadership necessary to restore confidence in company.'

After-operation investigation:

3 soldiers who did not engage to be dismissed from combat

Soldiers from Golani Brigade dismissed for failing to engage during Gaza border incident where three fighters injured.

'Likud Youth' leader booted for meeting with Abbas

Deputy head of Likud youth movement dismissed for participating in meeting with PA chairman organized by Peace Now.

IDF Soldiers Dismissed for Refusing to Expel Jews

Two combat soldiers dismissed from Nahal Brigade after posting pictures vowing to refuse orders to evict Jews from their homes.