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Zamir to new commanders:

We will not tolerate any breach that endangers Israel’s security

In his address at the Combat Officer Training Course graduation, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir reminds newly minted commanders that the war continues, the mission remains unfinished and they must carry both pride and responsibility into action.

We will not tolerate any breach that endangers Israel’s security

Chief of Staff

'We carry pain, shame and the duty to make things right'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivered address at the graduation ceremony of the IDF Combat Officer Training Course, praising the new commanders, recalling the army’s failures on October 7, and vowing the military will press on until all obligations are fulfilled.

'We carry pain, shame and the duty to make things right'

Chief of Staff:

'It is the time to look the failures squarely in the face'

The Chief of the General Staff. Eyal Zamir, said to the IDF Commanders’ Forum: “We convene today after two years, arriving at a pivotal turning point in the combat. Out of the great failure of October 7th, we have achieved enormous, multi-front accomplishments.”

'It is the time to look the failures squarely in the face'

IDF Chief holds first operational forum amid Gaza developments

IDF Chief Staff Eyal Zamir convenes operational forum to assess changes in Gaza, ongoing ground operations, and strategic updates, holds a panel with released hostages and bereaved families.

IDF Chief holds first operational forum amid Gaza developments

Chief of Staff launches investigation

Severe information security breach in IDF

About two weeks after the ceasefire, a serious security incident caused by human negligence has been uncovered, resulting in a breach of information security protocols. The Chief of Staff has ordered an in-depth investigation.

Severe information security breach in IDF

MK Succot Warns:

IDF to cut defense forces in Judea and Samaria

MK Succot wrote to Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to protest what he claimed would be a 30% reduction in IDF forces in the region.

IDF to cut defense forces in Judea and Samaria

VP Vance ends visit with unusual conference with IDF officers

J.D. Vance will devote the final day of his visit to Israel to meetings with the defense minister and senior IDF officials to closely review the implementation of the ceasefire agreement.

VP Vance ends visit with unusual conference with IDF officers

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends training session of the 91st Division, warns soldiers to 'go back to training and improving readiness for war.'

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Mission not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

The Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, visited the Central Command, spoke with the brigade commanders, praised the forces and warned of possible developments.

'Mission not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

After 2 years in captivity:

Hamas captivity survivor requests to return to IDF service

Former hostage Matan Angrest, who was released from Hamas captivity earlier this week, asks IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to allow him to return to operational activity.

Hamas captivity survivor requests to return to IDF service

Chief of Staff to 10/7 heroes

'You are the generation of victory'

The IDF Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, spoke with soldiers and commanders who fought in the battles on October 7 and told them, "From the brokenness and loss, your stories of heroism emerged, inspiring stories that prove there is hope. You are the generation of victory."

'You are the generation of victory'

Rare medal to be awarded to heroes of the Swords of Iron war

During a memorial ceremony for the October 7th massacre, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he would award the Medal of Valor to select units - a medal last awarded in 1975.

Rare medal to be awarded to heroes of the Swords of Iron war

'You were always on my mind'

IDF Chief of Staff meets with released hostages

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the returned hostages Matan Angrest and Eitan Horn at Ichilov Hospital

IDF Chief of Staff meets with released hostages

Chief of Staff approves: Zikim Beach to be reopened after 2 years

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir approves re-opening of Zikim Beach in southern Israel, beginning Thursday.

Chief of Staff approves: Zikim Beach to be reopened after 2 years

IDF chief: 'Our mission won't end until the last hostage returns'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir is commanding Operation 'Returning Home, says it is a 'very significant day' marking progress toward key war objectives. 'Our mission will not end until the last hostage is returned.'

IDF chief: 'Our mission won't end until the last hostage returns'

IDF Chief:

Israel has defeated Hamas after two years of war

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir announced Israel’s victory over Hamas after two years of war, calling it an existential triumph and pledging lasting security for Israel.

Israel has defeated Hamas after two years of war

IDF chief Zamir, US officials, tour Gaza ahead of hostage return

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tours Gaza with US Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and CENTCOM chief Brad Cooper to review ceasefire coordination and hostage return plans.

IDF chief Zamir, US officials, tour Gaza ahead of hostage return

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza:

'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Gaza Strip with senior IDF officers, reviewed forces' readiness, and said that the deal was only possible due to the IDF.

'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

IDF on highest alert ahead of Sukkot holiday

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir raises alert level to the highest state during Sukkot, focusing on defense, operational drills, and air force readiness to ensure security during the holiday period.

IDF on highest alert ahead of Sukkot holiday

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

If political effort fails, we will return to fight

IDF Chief LTG Zamir led a surprise drill in Gaza, stressing there is no ceasefire and warning that if needed, troops will return to fight until Hamas is dismantled.

If political effort fails, we will return to fight

IDF holds high-level assessment ahead of 1st phase of Trump plan

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders heightened readiness for first phase of US President Donald Trump’s hostage release plan, prioritizing troop safety and directing all capabilities to the Southern Command.

IDF holds high-level assessment ahead of 1st phase of Trump plan

During tour of Gaza:

Chief of Staff: 'Do not underestimate the enemy, the war goes on'

The Chief of Staff spoke with commanders and combat soldiers in Gaza, conducted an operational situation assessment, and praised the forces' work in Operation Gideon's Chariots II.

Chief of Staff: 'Do not underestimate the enemy, the war goes on'

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Intelligence Directorate is undergoing a paradigm shift'

IDF Chief LTG Eyal Zamir praised Unit 9900 and the Intelligence Directorate for implementing reforms prioritizing early warnings, citing lessons from October 7.

'Intelligence Directorate is undergoing a paradigm shift'

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We’re doing everything to defeat Hamas'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir inspects Gaza, praises troops, honors fallen soldiers, and vows to dismantle Hamas while intensifying joint operations with Shin Bet.

'We’re doing everything to defeat Hamas'

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'On Jewish New Year, we will bring security, defend, and prevail'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Gaza City and called on residents: 'Rise up and break away from Hamas - it is responsible for your suffering.'

'On Jewish New Year, we will bring security, defend, and prevail'

'You are Israel’s eternity'

Chief of Staff's New Year's blessings ring out across IDF

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reached out by radio to IDF units operating in all arenas, sending his wishes for the new year.

Chief of Staff's New Year's blessings ring out across IDF

Bereaved brothers recruit for reserve duty in Gaza

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, the Chief of Staff met with reserve duty soldiers in the Yiftah Brigade, who reported for the third time to duty and are currently fighting in Gaza.

Bereaved brothers recruit for reserve duty in Gaza

Zamir to wounded troops:

'We will fight the next battle with you, the battle of recovery'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visited wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center, praising their courage, willpower, and spirit while saluting the medical teams caring for them.

'We will fight the next battle with you, the battle of recovery'

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds initial investigation at scene of Allenby Crossing terror attack, orders stop to transfer of supplies from Jordan to Gaza.

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF chief observes ground troops in Gaza City with UAV operators

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured Palmachim Air Force Base, commending air crews and UAV operators for providing critical defensive and offensive support in Gaza.

IDF chief observes ground troops in Gaza City with UAV operators

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'Hamas has been struck & weakened, we'll go on into its defeat'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addresses the operation in Gaza City. 'In this campaign, we are working to defeat a terrorist organization that declares above all else that its goal is to eliminate the existence of the State of Israel.'

'Hamas has been struck & weakened, we'll go on into its defeat'

Chief of Staff:

'Its on your shoulders now'

The Chief of the General Staff conducted a field tour during the 98th Division’s operation in Gaza City and held a situational assessment with commanders on the ground as the next phase of Operation Gideon's Chariots began.

'Its on your shoulders now'

IDF chief admits: There are no instructions for the 'day after'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir says during closed meeting that the IDF lacks clarity regarding the plans for Gaza after the war ends.

IDF chief admits: There are no instructions for the 'day after'

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The Jewish soldier proved his ability to overcome every challenge

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addresses the graduating class of Course 151 of the Israeli Navy, praising the navy's contributions to the military successes of the war.

The Jewish soldier proved his ability to overcome every challenge

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We are going to bring down Hamas, and nothing will stop us'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held a commanders’ discussion and briefing ahead of Operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots II’ and approved plans for the continuation of operations.

'We are going to bring down Hamas, and nothing will stop us'

Report

Chief of Staff ignored Advocate General with Gaza City evacuation

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered the evacuation of all residents of Gaza City, despite the warning of the Military Advocate General who claimed that the move does not meet the required humanitarian conditions.

Chief of Staff ignored Advocate General with Gaza City evacuation

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'We're settling accounts on behalf of all Oct. 7 victims'

Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir commanded the Air Force's attack in Doha against senior Hamas figures from the Israeli Air Force Command Center.

'We're settling accounts on behalf of all Oct. 7 victims'

Ramot shooting attack

Chief of Staff: "I ordered a full closure of the area'

While visiting an observation point overlooking the area from which the terrorists who carried out the attack earlier today in Jerusalem came, LTG Eyal Zamir ordered the closure of the entire area.

Chief of Staff: "I ordered a full closure of the area'

Focusing on Gaza and counterterrorism:

Chief of Staff holds situational assessment

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds situational assessment following deadly terror attack in Jerusalem.

Chief of Staff holds situational assessment

Irregular move:

Retired police chief to head COGAT

Defense Minister and Chief of Staff decided to appoint Halevy, whose son fell in the Swords of Iron War, to head of COGAT after he served in a variety of senior positions in the police force.

Retired police chief to head COGAT

After protests

Chief of Staff's home declared closed military zone

After protests in front of Chief of Staff Major General Eyal Zamir’s home and vandalism of the house walls, the IDF declared the area in Ramat Hashavim a closed military zone.

Chief of Staff's home declared closed military zone

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'We're in a decisive period, IDF’s presence is felt strongly'

At the Technology and Logistics Directorate Change of Command Ceremony today, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated: 'The war will not end until the mission is complete: the return of all our hostages and the defeat of Hamas.'

'We're in a decisive period, IDF’s presence is felt strongly'

Chief of Staff slams racist statements against COGAT chief

COGAT Major General Ghassan Alian 'an outstanding combat officer who has served for decades with the utmost dedication' to Israel and its citizens, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir says.

Chief of Staff slams racist statements against COGAT chief

Chief of Staff:

'We will not stop the war until we defeat this enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir Nachshonim base, says: 'Nowhere does the IDF offer anything less than decisive victory.'

'We will not stop the war until we defeat this enemy'

Likud MK:

'Hamas must be destroyed, Zamir was a mistake'

MK Nissim Vaturi (Likud) recalls that he opposed the appointment of Zamir as Chief of Staff due to him being too much a part of the defense industry before the October 7th massacre.

'Hamas must be destroyed, Zamir was a mistake'

Chief of Staff Criticizes Cabinet:

'Two years later, you remember to decide Gaza's fate?'

At the Cabinet meeting, the Chief of Staff claimed that Gaza has largely been defeated, the Mossad chief called for a partial deal, and Netanyahu refused to allow a vote on the matter.

'Two years later, you remember to decide Gaza's fate?'

Chief of Staff to Cabinet:

'You want blind obedience? Find someone else'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir fumes at Diplomatic-Security Cabinet meeting, urging, 'There's a deal on the table, we need to take it.'

'You want blind obedience? Find someone else'

Clear threat:

Chief of Staff: 'We'll reach the Hamas leaders abroad'

IDF Chief of Staff attends security assessment following elimination of Hamas military spox Abu Obaida, stressing IDF 'surprises' enemies, promising to reach every target in order to protect Israel's security.

Chief of Staff: 'We'll reach the Hamas leaders abroad'

IDF Chief vows:

'We will not rest until all hostages are returned'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir comments on strikes in Yemen and Gaza, pledging relentless efforts to recover hostages and confront Iran-backed terror groups: “There is no containment.”

'We will not rest until all hostages are returned'

Red paint poured near IDF Chief of Staff's home

Far-left activists protest outside IDF chief’s home, spill red paint, in protest of IDF conquest of Gaza City.

Red paint poured near IDF Chief of Staff's home

Chief of Staff slams Haaretz for 'inciting discourse'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir slams Haaretz article for incitement against Central Command Chief Avi Bluth. 'Distorted imagery against him crosses every red line.'

Chief of Staff slams Haaretz for 'inciting discourse'

IDF, WFP leaders discuss humanitarian efforts for Gaza Strip

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain to review aid efforts in Gaza, stressing Israel’s commitment to prevent famine and block Hamas from seizing aid.

IDF, WFP leaders discuss humanitarian efforts for Gaza Strip

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

We cannot accept a situation where not everyone enlists

During a tour to Gaza, Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir praised reservists’ contributions and emphasized Israel’s multi-front efforts, calls on all sectors of society to share the burden for the nation’s security.

We cannot accept a situation where not everyone enlists

IDF:

Min. Katz, IDF Chief of Staff agree on IDF appointment procedure

During their meeting, the two concluded the IDF's appointment procedure, which will continue to include prior consultation out of a commitment to full cooperation and strengthening the military's capabilities.

Min. Katz, IDF Chief of Staff agree on IDF appointment procedure

Hospital attack

Hamas camera in hospital endangered IDF soldiers

Security sources say IDF forces identified a camera set up by Hamas Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, endangering the troops, and therefore it was decided to strike it.

Hamas camera in hospital endangered IDF soldiers

Netanyahu:

Houthis are learning the heavy price of attacking Israel

PM Netanyahu congratulates IAF on 'impeccable mission,' notes Houthi terror group is 'learning the hard way' the prices of aggression against Israel.

Houthis are learning the heavy price of attacking Israel

IDF visits new farm in Samaria

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Central Command chief Avi Bluth visit new unrecognized farm in Samaria.

IDF visits new farm in Samaria

Chief of Staff to Navy:

Military pressure created the conditions for releasing hostages

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Navy, praising its role in war and urging continued readiness for expanded operations, especially in Gaza City.

Military pressure created the conditions for releasing hostages

Chief of Staff: 'We'll get to each place at the right time'

Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, delivered a strong message during a tour of Tulkarm: 'IDF continues to operate responsibly and vigilantly in all sectors, and is present at every point needed to thwart terrorism and ensure security.'

Chief of Staff: 'We'll get to each place at the right time'

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'We will not stop until Hamas is defeated'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits site of Hamas surprise attack in Khan Yunis, praises actions of the soldiers who thwarted the attack.

'We will not stop until Hamas is defeated'