Yoav Gallant

Gallant signs administrative detention orders against 4 Jews

Defense Minister accused of leaking detention orders to media before even informing the detainees.

Defense Minister Gallant:

Settlers are law-abiding citizens, rioters are not from the area

Minister Yoav Gallant called recent violent riots by Jews in Judea and Samaria a "dangerous social phenomenon that has to be fought."

PA official warns Gallant:

'The current situation is unacceptable'

Following conversation with Gallant, top PA official says PA leadership will gather to decide on future of relations with Israel.

Unprecedented operation:

Israel seized millions of dollars of Hezbollah funds

Defense Minister unveils unprecedented operation to find and seize terror funds laundered by terrorist organizations supported by Iran.

Defense Minister and PA official discuss recent violence

Defense Min. Gallant holds phone call with PA official Hussein Al-Sheikh, discussing increase of terror activity, violence against PA Arabs.

Security officials condemn indiscriminate violence against Arabs

'This is not our way of life,' Defense Min. Yoav Gallant says of violence perpetrated in retaliation for terror attacks.

Netanyahu ordered Samaria village repopulated after attack

A political order was issued not to remove citizens from the Samaria village of Evyatar after the attack at Eli Junction.

Defense Minister to settlers: Don't take law into your own hands

Minister Gallant reacts to riots in Judea and Samaria which followed murder of 4 civilians near Eli yesterday.

Gallant in closed talks:

'No need currently for a military operation in northern Samaria'

Calls for extensive operation in northern Samaria following Monday morning's incident in which eight Israeli troops were injured.

Gallant vows 'no compromise' as Jenin battle rages on

'Terrorists won't find a safe haven in Jenin,' declares Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Defense Min. Gallant discusses Iranian threat with Sec. Austin

Minister Gallant meets US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to discuss Iranian nuclear threat, threat of Iranian terrorist proxies.

Defense Minister Gallant arrives in Belgium

Minister Gallant will meet with local Jewish communities and European counterparts and will attend the Le Bourget Airshow in France.

Assessment:

Cabinet will approve strike on Iran if Netanyahu seeks it

Unlike 10 years ago, today PM has the votes to approve a strike on Iran's nuclear program.

Defense Minister

'If Hezbollah starts a war, we'll strike with full force'

Minister Gallant visits Northern Command during “Firm Hand” exercise. 'To any weapon our enemies are developing, we have a better response.'

First Publication:

Inauguration of Cave of the Partiarchs elevator delayed

Opening of elevator to make Hebron holy site disabled-accessible pushed off from this week after Minister Gallant seeks to attend.

Yoav Gallant meets with head of US military's CENTCOM

Israeli Defense Minister presents IDF's achievements during latest round of fighting in Gaza to CENTCOM commander.

Gallant reveals Iran's 'floating terror bases'

Defense Minister reveals IRGC attempt to conduct piracy on the seas, threaten flight paths and trade routes.

Gallant orders IDF to implement repeal of Disengagement Law

Defense Minister instructs head of Central Command to sign order implementing law repealing rule banning Jews from northern Samaria.

Calm maintained overnight

Netanyahu, Gallant: Continue exacting price from Islamic Jihad

PMO after security assessment: The campaign will continue as long as necessary. IDF struck targets in Gaza before midnight.

Defense Min.:

'Maintain readiness for possibility of increased fire'

Defense Min. Gallant meets Shabak chief, IDF Chief of Staff, orders 'all measures necessary' be taken to prepare for further action in Gaza.

Fruma Gallant, mother of Israel's Defense Min., passes away

Fruma Gallant was born in Poland, survived the Holocaust, and built her family in Israel.

Def. Min. to US counterpart:

IDF is ready for every scenario

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, in wake of Operation Shield and Arrow.

Ben-Gvir:

'This is why I boycotted the Cabinet meeting and Knesset votes'

National Security Minister: We demand govt. fulfill its commitments and act according to right-wing values.

With Gallant's authorization:

Israel continues to return terrorists' bodies

Israel returned the body of Sharif Waridat, who was eliminated while attempting a stabbing attack near Hebron earlier this year.

Make no mistake:

'Iran will not be satisfied with a single nuclear bomb'

Defense Min. Gallant reveals: Significant progress in Iranian nuclear program, Iran has enough enriched material for five nuclear bombs.

Report:

Netanyahu prevented Gallant from traveling to US twice

The trips were nixed amid tensions between the two and the refusal by President Biden to invite the PM.

Defense Min.: 'We need to be able to defend ourselves'

Defense Min. Gallant says some bereaved families want gov't representatives to attend memorial ceremonies.

Defense Minister:

Israel preparing for multifront war

Gallant notes Iran's growing strength means terrorist organizations also grow in strength, making conflict more likely.

Israeli officials:

Austin sought to reassure Gallant over leaked Pentagon docs

US Defense Secretary privately tried to reassure his Israeli counterpart that administration is taking steps to prevent future leaks.

Defense Minister visits Dee family: We'll catch the killers

Minister Gallant says family of Lucy, Maia, and Rina inspires the nation with their Jewish and Zionist spirit.

Netanyahu blames previous government for terror wave

PM reverses decision to fire defense minister amidst security escalation, says 'we are in the middle of battle.'

National Unity MK to INN:

'When necessary, we know how to attack'

As a resident of the south, MK Alon Schuster maintains optimism despite the situation.

Minister Gallant in Samaria:

'Terrorist who thinks he may elude the IDF is gravely mistaken'

Minister Gallant visited the Menashe division in northern Samaria and was briefed on the division's operational activity.

Defense Minister Gallant speaks with US counterpart

Minister Gallant briefed Secretary of Defense Austin on the recent terror attacks in Israel and the missiles fired from Gaza and Lebanon.

Due to the terror wave:

IDF soldiers to reinforce police in central cities

The general lockdown of Judea and Samaria will be extended to the end of the Passover holiday on Wednesday night.

Why isn’t this question being asked?

What is it about human beings that they long for a king? Former Chief Justice Aharon Barak obviously wanted to be one.

Gallant warns:

'We will hit anyone who tries to harm us and make him regret it'

Defense Minister visits Iron Dome battery in the south of the country following rocket barrage that was fired from Gaza overnight.

Op-Ed:

Not firing Gallant – seriously?

If a constitutional crisis ensues, it is possible to imagine Gallant being asked by the US to step in to “save” Israeli democracy. Op-ed.

Netanyahu not firing Defense Minister Gallant - for now

Sources close to PM say that given the difficult security situation, Netanyahu will not be implementing firing of DM - for the time being.

The rebellion which was planned in the Likud - and was thwarted

Netanyahu's office suspected that four senior Likud members planned to form a group that would oppose the judicial reform.

Defense Minister Gallant:

'We will not allow the Iranians and Hezbollah to harm us'

The Defense Minister toured the Etzion Regional Brigade, where he was briefed about the investigation into Saturday's ramming attack.

Report:

Gallant to remain in his position as Defense Minister

Netanyahu and Gallant reportedly ironing out disagreements over the nature of Gallant's apology for speech against judicial reform.

Yoav Gallant at Shin Bet HQ:

'Iran leading a war of attrition against Israel'

The Defense Minister told the agency officials they are obligated to calm down Israeli society and to retain uniting and unifying discourse.

Deri's compromise would keep Gallant as Defense Minister

Gallant expected to apologize for timing of speech calling for legislation to be stopped and remain in the position of Minister of Defense.

Netanyahu considering retracting dismissal of Defense Minister

PM continues to search for replacements for Minister Gallant, but is considering keeping him in his position if he resigns from the Knesset.

Avi Dichter not seeking Defense Ministry

Sources close to Agriculture Minister say he is seeking to rescind the firing of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant rather than take his place,

Gallant's mother:

'You have intelligence and courage'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks to his mother, Fruma, after being dismissed from his post and receives her backing.

Following Gallant's dismissal:

Israel's Consul General in New York resigns

Israel's Consul General in New York, Asaf Zamir, resigns from his post: It is now time for me to join the fight for Israel's future.

Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Gallant

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant fired after publicly calling to freeze judicial reform plan.

Op-Ed

The Israeli defense minister’s shameful retreat

Prominently on display in Yoav Gallant’s speech were two traits that make him unfit for his job: cowardice and betrayal. Op-ed.

Defense Minister visits wounded soldiers in the hospital

Minister Gallant visits 2 soldiers who were shot by terrorists in Huwara.

Defense Minister extends Jewish man's administrative detention

Administrative detention extended hours before Yitzhar resident was scheduled to be released. Detainee's wedding next month forced back.

Judicial reform:

Netanyahu refuses Gallant's call for Cabinet meeting

Defense Minister sought to have ministers hear the direct consequences of judicial reforms for Israel's security.

Reactions to Gallant's speech:

Karhi: Our Defense Minister succumbed to pressure of the left

Alongside Minister Karhi, who attacked Gallant's speech, other Likud senior officials call to stop the legislation of the judicial reform.

Defense Minister: Stop the judicial reform bills

Minister Yoav Gallant warns controversy surrounding judicial reform is harming the IDF's ability to defend Israel.

Gallant to Netanyahu:

'If legislation isn't postponed, I will vote against it'

Defense Minister reportedly gave Prime Minister a few more days to try and come up with a compromise on the judicial reform.

Netanyahu:

'Until today my hands were tied on judicial reform dispute'

Prime Minister delivers address to the nation on the judicial reforms, says the reforms will not be shelved as he seeks a compromise.

Defense Minister demands freezing of judicial reform legislation

PM Netanyahu to deliver statement at 8:40 PM as Defense Minister Gallant seeks to delay bills to allow negotiations during Knesset recess.

PM to new IDF recruits: We have no country without an army

PM, Defense Minister visit IDF recruitment center in Tel Hashomer. 'With our state we can now defend ourselves.'

Defense Minister: Refusals to serve 'dangerous to our survival'

Minister Yoav Gallant warns if refusals to serve become widespread, the IDF would be unable to carry out its missions.