Benny Gantz

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Gantz: Readiness is a "Moral Obligation"

Amid a tulmitous Mideast, IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz tells soldiers readiness is a "moral obligation."

Gantz Warns Terrorists: Don't Test Our Strength

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz warns terrorists against attacking Israel. "If Hamas or anyone else attacks us we'll hit them hard."

Netanyahu Lauds Naval Commandos

Prime Minister Netanyahu called IDF CoS Benny Gantz to extend plaudits to the Shayatet-13's successful boarding of the French flotilla ship.

Gantz at Or Etzion: Stop the Attacks on Alon

Chief of Staff at event marking 35th anniversary of Yeshivat Or Etzion: "Condemn the acts and statements being made against Brig.-Gen. Alon."

Gantz to Make First Visit to Hesder Yeshiva

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz will visit the Or Etzion yeshiva on Wednesday, his first visit to a Hesder yeshiva since taking office.

Gantz Doesn't Expect War

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz said he doesn't see Israel involved in a war "anytime soon" as the nation conducts Turning Point 5.

VIdeo, Photos: Gantz Tours Northern Command

IDF Chief of Staff visits the military's northern HQ, to take an up-close look at preparations for Arab riots.

IDF: Joseph's Tomb Shooting was Intentional

PA officers' gunfire aimed at Jewish worshipers was not only unjustified, but an intentional attack, IDF investigators tell Chief of Staff.

120 Soldiers Receive President's Award for Excellence

On Israel's 63rd Independence Day, 120 soldiers received the prestigious President's Award for Excellence from Israeli president Shimon Peres.

IDF Chief of Staff: We’re Studying the Jolts in the Middle East

Independence Day: Chief of Staff Benny Gantz and Defense Minister Ehud Barak address the General Staff in a special toast for the holiday.

IDF Recognizes 17,000 Holocaust Survivors

The IDF's “Flower to the Survivor” project brings together soldiers and Holocaust survivors.

Friends of IDF Holds its Annual Gala in NYC

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz was able to participate in Tuesday night's FIDF gala via satellite, thanks to Jerusalem Capital Studios.

Netanyahu: Gaza Blockade, Stopping Weapons Ships is Mandatory

As IDF displays the weaponry found on the seized "Victoria" ship, PM says: "It is our duty, not just our right, to stop and disarm such ships."

Barak: Israel Faces New Challenges

Defense Minister met with top IDF brass for a first briefing under Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz and reminded them war is all about winning.

Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz Officially Installed as IDF Chief of Staff

Newly-installed IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz links Western Wall ceremony to weekly Torah portion in acceptance speech.

Photo Essay: Ashkenazi and Gantz Pray at Kotel

Outgoing and incoming IDF Chief of Staff went to pray at the Kotel following a ceremony in which Gantz officially took over from Ashkenazi.

Gantz Appointed Chief of Staff

The new Chief of Staff will start work tomorrow, in the hastiest transition to date.

Activists Call to Destroy Generals' Illegal Homes

Activists call for senior IDF official Benny Gantz to face the same penalty for illegal construction as Judea Jews – demolition.

War in Court over Appointment of Chief of Staff

Galant declares war on the cancellation of his appointment as new Chief of Staff and appealed to the High Court. The Cabinet approves Benny Gantz.

'Disappointed' Maj.-Gen.Ganz to Retire

Major-General Benny Ganz to retire, admits disappointment over losing out for Chief of Staff post.