Moshe Yaalon

Yaalon: I'll Decide on Gaza Belt Security Officers Soon

Defense Minister talks to Gaza Belt residents and promises that their security will not be adversely affected.

Ya'alon: MKs Who Visit Temple Mount Fuel Incitement

Defense Minister calls MKs to maintain the "sensitive status quo" and refrain from visiting the Temple Mount.

Ya'alon Outlaws Jerusalem 'Charity' Over Assistance to Hamas

Defense Minister outlaws the "Jerusalem for Development" charity, cites its operations to assist Hamas in eastern Jerusalem.

Ya'alon Blames Abbas for Attack, 'Harming Sovereignty' in J'lem

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon fires at Abbas for 'inciting' terror, says he 'is not interested in coexistence with a Jewish state.'

Ya'alon Dropping V-22 Osprey Purchase From America

Move linked to budget constraints, lessons learned from Gaza war and deal to buy F-35 stealth fighters - possibly Washington snub?

Ya'alon Blames PA, Abbas for Glick Shooting

'When Abbas distributes lies, hate about the rights of Jews to their land and freedom of worship, the result is terrorism,' Ya'alon fires.

Ya'alon Defends Bus Ban on Arab Workers Amid 'Racism' Charges

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon fires back at cries of 'racism' over proposed bus ban, notes that it is a legitimate security issue.

Obama Knows PA State Rockets Would Attack Tel Aviv

Deal: US to Sell Israel Squadron of F-35 Stealth Jets

$2.7 billion dollar deal to be deducted from US aid funds; deal announced amid high tensions in US-Israel relations.

AG Demands Clarification on Palestinian Bus Ban

Call for review over decision to bar section of the Palestinian population from Israeli-funded buses sparks fury from MK.

Netanyahu Lets PA Prime Minister Pray on Temple Mount

Hamdallah, head of unity gov't with Hamas, prays with PA's Jerusalem 'governor' at site where Jews banned from praying.

Ya'alon to Ban Palestinian Arab Workers from Judea-Samaria Buses

Sudden reversal of April 2013 decision may reduce terror, nearly one year after formal hearing on harassment and security issues.

Ya'alon: Conflict Has Nothing to Do with Mideast Instability

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon says there is no linkage between the Israeli-Arab conflict and all the other problems in the Middle East.

Ya'alon Refused Meetings with Biden and Kerry

The Obama administration refused to allow Israel's Defense Minister to meet top officials during his visit to the United States.

Ya'alon: It's Not About '67 Borders'

Defense Minister: As long as Palestinian children are educated to kill Jews, there will not be peace.

Yaalon: Palestinian 'Culture of Jihad' Caused Terror Attack

The PA's culture is now, and has always been, one of incitement against the Jews, says Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.

Ya'alon Confirms: Israel Providing Intelligence Against ISIS

Ya'alon says intel is Israel's 'contribution' to campaign against jihadi group, notes Jerusalem 'has enough problems' in any case.

Ya'alon Tells Hagel: 'We're Worried About Iran Talks'

Defense minister asks what is being discussed in talks, 'are they talking about nuclear warhead-capable missiles?'

Ya'alon: Palestinians Only Want to Destroy the Jewish State

The push for a two-state solution is a front, the Defense Minister says; the PA won't even use the phrase 'two states for two peoples.'

Ya'alon: No Gaza Rehabilitation if Hamas Rebuilds Tunnels

Meeting with UN chief, Defense Minister makes clear that Israel will stop Gaza's rehabilitation process if Hamas keeps building tunnels.

At UNHQ, Min. Ya’alon Begins ‘Real’ Gaza War

Analysis: Defense Minister will have to describe to Ban Ki-moon the war crimes Hamas committed, and defend Israel against false claims.

Ya'alon: We Share a Deep Relationship with the U.S.

Defense Minister meets New York Mayor, stresses the importance of Israel's relations with the United States.

Ya'alon Warns Bennett Over Kerry Criticism

Defense Minister rebukes Bennett for 'casting a shadow' over shared US-Israel 'interests and values,' particularly defense funding.

Ya'alon: The Palestinians Will Have Autonomy - Not a State

Defense Minister says political separation between Israel and PA has already happened, calls for demilitarized autonomy for PA.

Ya'alon Calls Bennett's Actions During Gaza War 'Anarchy'

Defense Minister is still upset over Economics Minister's public use of direct contact with IDF officers during Protective Edge.

Empty Promises, Tense Meetings over Construction Freeze

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon meets with settlement leaders over regional issues. But is it too little, too late?

Ya'alon: Eli, Beit El, Har Bracha Essential to Security

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon on Sunday visited towns in Judea and Samaria, praising residents and expounding on their importance.

Ya'alon: We'll Build in Jerusalem And Won't Apologize for It

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon clarifies that Israel will continue to build in Jerusalem despite international criticism over the move.

Yaalon: What'll We Do If They Lob Mortars from Samaria?

Defense Minister says the lesson from Gaza is – don't let the same thing happen in Judea and Samaria.

Ya'alon: 80% of Hamas's Rocket Arsenal Destroyed in Gaza Op.

Defense Minister reiterates early figures that as many as 8,000 rockets were destroyed - but declines to call operation a 'success.'

'Smart Fence' to Be Built Around Gaza Belt

Barrier to alert IDF, Regional Council at first sign of infiltration, sources say - hours after two separate incidents along the border.

Ya'alon Criticizes Religious IDF Commander for Invoking God

Ya'alon says he would have told Givati officer to phrase his call-up message differently because IDF is 'army of all,' including non-Jews.

Ya'alon: Abbas 'Never Came to Terms with Israel's Existence'

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon slams Abbas's UN tirade, claims incitement-laced speech 'detached from reality.'

Ya'alon: Hamas Took Advantage of Political Turmoil During War

Hamas leadership kept up rocket fire, confident that it would lead to a breakdown in the government, Ya'alon says.

Ya'alon Wishes Wounded Soldiers a Better New Year

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon on Monday visited soldiers wounded during Operation Protective Edge at Levinstein Hospital.

Legendary Mossad Leader Mike Harari Passes Away

Ya'alon eulogizes founder of Mossad assassination unit, 'one of a rare breed of builders of the country.'

Ya'alon Slammed For Bennett Squabble Amid Gaza Mortar Fire

MK Struk defends her party chairman, as Hotovely says failure to respond clearly to ceasefire breach will return 'routine of sirens.'

Ya'alon Rules Out Popular Former General as IDF Chief of Staff

Ya'alon says Golan Heights not in danger, overviews Hamas truce talks saying fighting won't restart on Sept. 25.

Dispute Over War Cost Reflects in Budget Crisis

The debate over how much Operation Protective Edge cost Israel is having a practical effect on the state budget, reports say.

Ya'alon Slams 'Foolish and Disgusting' IDF Insubordination Call

Defense Minister says leftist reservists who accused elite intel unit of abuse taking part in 'delegitimization' campaign against Israel.

Ya'alon Becomes First Defense Minister to Visit Azerbaijan

In sign of cooperation between Israel and northern neighbor of Iran, Ya'alon becomes first defense minister to visit Baku.

Ya'alon: World Intelligence Agencies Must Cooperate to Combat IS

Israeli Defense Minister says Islamic State can only be defeated if intelligence agencies learn the lessons of 9/11 and cooperate.

Ya'alon: Hamas's Foreign Headquarters are in Turkey

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon calls on the international community to speak up over certain countries' support for terrorism.

Ya'alon Warns Against Cuts to Defense Budget

"We must not reach a point where we'll look back and say that our failure to invest in security was irresponsible," warns Defense Minister.

Ya'alon Designates Islamic State as Unlawful Organization

Defense Minister signs a declaration designating IS and Abdullah Azzam Brigades as unlawful organizations.

Ya'alon: Gaza War Cost Military $2.5 Billion

Defense Minister summarizes war at economic conference, says budget cuts to come - and Hamas's arsenal not entirely gone.

Ya'alon: 'No Chance' Hamas will Get a Seaport

In television interview, Defense Minister hails victory of Operation Protective Edge, says Hamas will pay if it fires rockets again.

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.

Bennett: No Need to Criticize Ya'alon

Economy Minister says that Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon should not be criticized for cancelling a visit to Kibbutz Nahal Oz.

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.

Anger in Kibbutz as Yaalon Cancels Visit for 'Security Reasons'

Defense Ministry says that Hamas may have been aware of the high ranking visit in real time.

Ya'alon Pledges to Continue Fighting Hamas Until the Job is Done

'If Hamas's leaders think they will wear us out, they are wrong,' Defense Minister says.

Former MK: Only Erasing Hamas Will Bring Quiet

Dr. Michael Ben-Ari launches scathing attack on Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon.

Ya'alon: We'll Continue to Target Hamas Leaders

Defense Minister clarifies that Israel will continue to target the heads of the Hamas terrorist group “at any time and in any place”.

Netanyahu Pulls Israeli Delegation from Cairo Talks

PM and Ya'alon order Israelis out of truce talks after Gaza terrorists breach ceasefire; Egypt reportedly trying to save talks.

'Breakthrough' Reported in Cairo Talks; Deal 'Initialed'

Arab newspaper says ceasefire may be extended before it expires at midnight. Netanyahu threatens harsh retaliation against Hamas.

Ya'alon Offers Deal to Demolish Teens' Memorial Community

Ya'alon offers perks to get Gush Etzion council to dismantle community built in memory of three murdered teens.

Ya'alon Vows to Recover Body of Oron Shaul

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon visits the home of First Sgt. Oron Shaul, promises Israel will do everything it can to retrieve his body.

Security Cabinet to Weigh Defining Gaza as 'Enemy Territory'

Cabinet to discuss the next moves in Operation Protective Edge, as it embarks on its thirty-fourth day.

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Slain Soldier Lt. Hadar Goldin Was Ya'alon's Close Relative

Gag order lifted on murdered soldier's relationship to Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon; funeral arrangements have been made.