Benny Gantz

Gantz 'Happy' Eizenkot Appointed as Successor

IDF Chief of Staff praises his successor, hails decision made without discord amid high tensions over security.

Ya'alon Officially Presents Eizenkot as Next IDF Chief of Staff

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon praises Maj. General Eizenkot's 'honesty, integrity, and good values,' says he is 'right person to lead.'

Gadi Eizenkot Named Next IDF Chief of Staff

Major General Gadi Eizenkot will be appointed as the next Chief of Staff of the IDF, replacing Benny Gantz in February.

Gantz and Cohen Agree on Cooperation, End Tensions

Days after their feud goes public, IDF Chief of Staff and Shin Bet chief agree on mutual cooperation regarding Gaza.

Tensions Boil Over in Gaza Op. Blame Game Between ISA, IDF

Benny Gantz writes to Netanyahu over ISA Chief Yoram Cohen's role in Protective Edge; PM urges officials to cooperate.

Kochavi Takes Over IDF Northern Command

The former head of IDF Intelligence, General Aviv Kochavi, officially took up the post of IDF Northern Command Head on Sunday.

Watch: Thousands Run in Tel Aviv, Residents Grumble

Mayor Huldai lauds 'tradition' of Tel Aviv Night Run that attracts 25,000 including IDF Chief of Staff - but will it cost him the elections?

Special Forum Marking 19th Anniversary of Rabin's Murder

Members of the General Staff of the IDF gather at the Rabin Center to mark 19 years since Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin's assassination.

Gantz: Together, We Are Unstoppable

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz on Monday hosted representatives of all of the IDF's military wings and divisions.

Gantz Warns Hezbollah: 'We Can Hit You Like Gaza'

IDF Chief of Staff sums up Gaza operation, warns Israel is 'next in line' for enemies in Lebanon, Sinai, Syria and Iran.

IDF Chief: Hamas Mastermind Deif Still 'Out There Somewhere'

Was Mohammed Deif killed during Operation Protective Edge? Not necessarily, said IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz.

Watch: Israel Welcomes Fourth Nuclear Stealth Submarine

Netanyahu calls new INS Tanin 'a clear and pointed message to Israel's enemies'; navy flotilla welcomes most expensive IDF craft.

Ya'alon and Gantz: We'll Hit Hamas Again if We Have To

Defense Minister and IDF Chief of Staff declare that if Hamas resumes the rocket fire, it will be dealt an even harsher blow.

Netanyahu Considering Imminent Hamas Ceasefire

PM discusses with senior security officials, as Egypt waits for an Israeli answer on month-long truce proposed to start tonight.

Pictures: IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz Visits Wounded Soldiers

Army chief meets personally with wounded soldiers at Tel Hashomer Hospital, praises their bravery under fire.

Lapid: We Declared Calm Restored Too Soon

Finance Minister admits the government may have erred in telling Gaza Belt residents to head back home.

Gantz: 'Rocket Trickling' is Unacceptable

Chief of Staff says that the operation in Gaza will continue as long as necessary until complete quiet is restored in the south.

Gantz: Gaza 'Devastation' on Hamas's Hands

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz indicates the operation in Gaza is close to the end as ceasefire holds, issues warning to Hamas.

Gantz to Residents of Gaza: Stay Away from Hamas

Chief of Staff asks residents of Gaza to stay away from areas in which Hamas operates, so they are not harmed by the IDF’s operations.

Watch: Chief of Staff Briefs Generals on Ground Operation

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz holds a security assessment as the IDF launched a ground offensive in Gaza.

Operation Protective Edge

IDF Chief of Staff Says Hamas 'Made a Big Mistake'

Benny Gantz says IDF ready to expand operation; Gaza has to choose 'either calmness or catastrophe.'

Over 930 Terror Targets Hit in Gaza

Defense Minister, Chief of Staff and IAF Commander discuss details of operation after Security Cabinet meeting.

Day Seventeen

IDF Arrests 25 Terrorists Overnight; 413 Arrested in Total

Operation Brother's Keeper: 413 total terrorists arrested, 2,200 sites searched - and IDF officials say intelligence plays a big role.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 12

Security Cabinet Reduces Hamas Crackdown for Ramadan

Reports of Cabinet decision confirmed as IDF Chief of Staff notes 'growing concern' for teens, affirms assumption is they're alive.

IDF Chief to Troops: 'Think of Each Kidnapped Boy as a Relative'

Video: IDF Chief of Staff meets troops taking part in Brother's Keeper, reminds them not to harm innocents.

IDF Chief Vows to 'Hit Hamas Hard and Continue Forward'

IDF Chief of Staff provides special briefing on search for kidnapped teens, praises massive effort to find the boys.

IDF Chief: Hezbollah Stronger than Most Countries in the Region

Chief of Staff outlines security issues: Russia arming Assad weekly, Hezbollah massive threat to Israel, Iran can be stopped by force.

Businesses and Companies Adopt IDF Battalions

Project to provide financial, social support to IDF soldiers celebrates seven years - and 150 units sponsored.

'The IDF is Built on the Value of Human Life'

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, at Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony, emphasizes the IDF's role in preserving the past - and future.

Gantz: Use the Past to Ensure the Future

On Yom Hashoah ,Chief of Staff calls on the soldiers to remember those who perished and ensure the future of the people of Israel.

'It is Important that Israeli Society Appreciate IDF Soldiers'

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz commends IDF in light of Yitzhar events, condemns 'slap in the face' to combat soldiers.

Israeli and USA Army Chiefs Meet in Jerusalem

IDF Chief of Staff, US Joint Chief of Staff meet in Jerusalem, emphasize strength of relationship despite political differences.

IDF Chief of Staff Calls to Retake Gaza, Take on Iran

General Benny Gantz surprisingly candid in speech to high school students, admits 'classified operations' always in the works.

IDF to Unload Weapons Ship, Expose Cargo

Israel to prove to international community that Iran arms Hamas.

Gantz: IDF Soldiers Can Live Full Religious Lifestyles

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz visits with troops of the Nachal Hareidi, while hareidi groups demonstrate in Jerusalem.

Gantz: Iran Making Trouble on All of Israel's Fronts

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz said Iran was involved in increasing tensions on all of Israel's fronts - but Israel was up to the challenge

Gantz: We'll Investigate 'Friendly Fire' Incident in Gaza

Chief of Staff promises that the IDF would continue to investigate the incident in which Tal Nahman was killed.

IDF Remembers 69 Soldiers Who Drowned on Board INS Dakar

Memorial service for the 69 sailors of the INS Dakar held at Mount Herzl. Gantz: 'We do not stop our quest to find missing soldiers.'

Gantz: Lebanese Army Responsible for Rocket Fire

Chief of Staff addresses rocket fire for first time, sends message to Lebanon: 'In the end, we will have to act - and it won't be pretty.'

Barkat Asks IDF and Police to Help Stranded Drivers

Jerusalem Mayor enlists IDF and police to help out the many drivers and cars that have been stranded due to the snow.

Brig. Commander: Lack of Training Ruining Fighters' Fitness

IDF officials discuss budget cuts' impact on forces' fitness, competency; insist that advanced training will not be affected.

Gantz: A Hareidi Soldier in IDF Will Leave IDF Hareidi

In Shaked Committee meeting, IDF Chief of Staff states 'The IDF does not see the hareidi-religious community as an enemy.'

Gantz: 'We Will Never Again Be Helpless Against Our Enemies'

Chief of Staff, at Holocaust memorial ceremony in Berlin, defends the vitality of Israel's security; says IDF answer to anti-Semitism.

Following Controversy, Army Chief Won't Place Flag on Graves

Changes to Memorial Day ceremony follows accusations that IDF Chief of Staff only lays ceremonial flag on Jewish graves.

Chief of Staff: Terror Tunnels a Real Threat

Chief of Staff says terror tunnels are a 'serious threat,' promises action.

Peres Tours Air Force Base: 'Enemies Should Think Twice'

President Shimon Peres tours air force's most advanced technology, praises soldiers; "Israel has best air force in the world."

Gantz: Homefront Soldiers Make Battlefront Possible

Gantz praises the soldiers who assist civilians while others are sent to battle. ‘You make their mission possible.’

Chief of Staff Provides Imaginary War Scenario

Lt. Gen. Gantz explains how easily a multi-front war can develop – starting with an abduction on Syrian border.

Gantz: Soldiers' Murders a Tragedy, But Not a Trend

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz does not see the murders of two IDF soldiers in recent days as indicative of a new dangerous trend

Netanyahu Extends Chief of Staff’s Term

Prime Minister accepts Defense Minister Yaalon’s recommendation to keep Gantz on for another year.

Gantz: We're Prepared for Any Scenario

IDF Chief of Staff encourages Israelis to go about their daily routine, even as a possible Western strike in Syria looms.

Yaalon: Test Us, and Feel IDF’s Strength

Israel’s Defense Minister sends a sharp message to Syria.

100-Year-Old Becomes Israeli Major-General

100-year-old finally gets rank of “Major General” that he earned 60 years ago.

U.S. Gen. Dempsey, IDF's Gantz Pledge Partnership

The two generals met for discussions this week, promising to continue “the cooperation between our two countries."

Netanyahu to Dempsey: Iranian Threat Dwarfs All the Others

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu met on Tuesday evening with the U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey.

Dempsey Meeting Netanyahu

Chairman of U.S. Joint Chiefs is in Israel, will deal with the Syrian civil war and Sinai terrorism.

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff arrives in Israel to discuss issues such as Syria and a possible Israeli strike in Iran.

Gantz: Army will have to Shrink

Chief of Staff comments on changing character of warfare: “The enemy is not always visible"

Gantz: Mea Shearim Attack 'Very Serious'

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz condemned the attack on a hareidi-religious soldier in Jerusalem’s Mea Shearim neighborhood.

Gantz Unveils IDF Restructuring Plan

Thousands of permanent service soldiers will be let go and some units will be shut down as the IDF restructures.