Ever since October 7th, not a few former high-ups (and also current ones) in IDF and political power echelons have been trying to rewrite history and cleanse themselves of any responsibility for the [disastrous] IDF failure on that day. Here is one attempt.
Former Minister Haim Ramon says after the deadly axe attack in Elad 2 years ago, then-PM Naftali Bennett wanted to assassinate Hamas leader responsible for October 7. but then-Chief of Staff Kochavi stopped it.
Aviv Kochavi admits IDF knew of Hamas's tunnels and number of rockets prior to October 7, but was more focused on confronting Iran and Hezbollah.
Former IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi criticized the evacuation of communities in northern and southern Israel during the war.
The IDF reservist who lowered the last Israeli flag of the IDF leaving Gaza raised the very same flag again today in Khan Younis.
Former IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi took responsibility for actions and decisions made during his term. 'I ask myself to no end what we could have done differently.'
Citing IDF's 'intensive operation activity' during his term, Bar-Ilan University to award Aviv Kochavi honorary doctorate.
CENTCOM chief General Michael “Erik” Kurilla lauds Kochavi on successful four-year command and 40-year career of service to the IDF.
One day before stepping down from his post, Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi looks back at his long service and discusses hot-button issues.
Committee investigating shooting of Natan Fitoussi submits conclusions, recommendations to avoid repeat of tragedy.
Major General Herzi Halevi will replace Kochavi next Monday.
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi meets PM-designate Netanyahu to explain military's concerns over transfer of powers to ministers.
PM Lapid meets Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi and the IDF General Staff Forum.
Israeli military chief confirms IDF bombed Iranian arms convoy on Iraq-Syrian border.
Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi reportedly vows to prevent Ben-Gvir, Smotrich, from involvement in appointment of generals.
Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi rejects political interference in the wake of the recent incidents in Hebron.
MK Ben-Gvir says it would be well if IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi refrained from political statements - just as he demands of his soldiers.
LTG Aviv Kohavi concludes his final visit to Washington as IDF Chief of Staff.
IDF Chief of Staff holds professional meetings at White House and Pentagon, largely on US-Israeli efforts to combat Iranian threat.
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi: Biden committed to ensuring Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon.
LTG Aviv Kohavi receives medal from US Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman Gen. Mark Milley for deepening US-Israel partnership.
Ambassador to the US Michael Herzog thanks Chief of Staff Kochavi for his years of service, contributions to US-Israeli alliance.
'Shameful and criminal' attack by Israeli civilian on Israeli soldier requires 'rapid lawful response,' IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi says.
IDF Chief of Staff to take off for official visit to the US, primarily to discuss Iranian threat.
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi visits scene of stabbing attack near Ariel where 3 Israelis were murdered today.
IDF awards Operational Service Award to various IDF units involved in counterterrorism activity.
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi responds to Smotrich who said security services encouraged Rabin assassin Yigal Amir.
Lieutenant General Aviv Kochavi, program graduates, join annual event for IDF vets receiving college scholarships.
IDF Chief of Staff speaks at ceremony in memory of fallen soldiers of the Kfir Brigade, comments on the fight against terror.
IDF Chief of Staff visits scene of shooting attack in which IDF soldier Noa Lazar was murdered. Manhunt for terrorist continues.
Report: IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi approved the use of targeted killings of terrorists from the air "in certain cases".
Concluding Poland visit, Chief of Staff Kochavi says 'Existing reality requires ever-increasing cooperation between our militaries.'
IDF Chief of Staff visits Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp. 'Any person who lies about the Holocaust will continue to lie.'
Aviv Kochavi, IDF Chief of the General Staff, announces 1st official visit to the Republic of Poland and the French Republic.
IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi conducts investigation into firefight in which Maj. Bar Falah was killed.
Kochavi also discussed changes that are being made in the army: 'The IDF is changing so it can adjust to the current and future battlefield'
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi says part of the reason for the increase in terror attacks is lack of governance in PA-controlled areas.
Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi blasts: 'Violent incident involving the soldiers is severe, repugnant and contradicts the values of the IDF.'
IDF carried out attack in third country parallel to wave of arrests in Samaria and operation in Gaza, Chief of Staff Kochavi reveals.
Mistaken identification blamed for incident in which a soldier was shot and killed by a fellow soldier last night.
Aviv Kochavi to residents of Judea and Samaria: Thank you for your resilience, a rock can be just as deadly and murderous as a bullet.
IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi vists Tel Nof Airbase, meets units that operated in Operation Breaking Dawn.
Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi visits Gaza Division as Israel remains in state of readiness 3 days after arresting Islamic Jihad leader.
Aviv Kohavi toured the Jewish community in the Old City of Marrakesh during the second day of his official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.
IDF COS met with the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government, in charge of National Defense Administration of the Kingdom of Morocco
The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Aviv Kohavi, landed this evening (Monday) for his first official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.
MG Rafi Milo enters position as commanding officer of the IDF's Home Front Command, in handover ceremony attended by top officials.
Aviv Kochavi says the IDF continues to prepare vigorously for an attack on Iran and must prepare for any development and any scenario.
Attorney-General has given green light to make key army appointment during election period.
IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi to make historic visit to Morocco this week.
IDF Chief of Staff will visit Morocco, marking the first time that an Israeli Chief of Staff has visited the country.
Kochavi will visit Arab country that no CoS has paid visit to in the past. The name of the country can't be published at this time.
Senior IDF officials held an operational meeting to discuss the lessons of the Chariots of Fire and Breaking the Wave operations.
General Konstantinos Floros visits Israel as guest of IDF Chief of Staff, attends meetings on shared threats facing Mediterranean nations.
Following report of special taskforce, women to be integrated into several elite units.
Leading Religious-Zionist rabbis made repeated appeals to discuss issue with IDF top brass but were rebuffed until it was too late.
Rabbis from religious Zionist movement call on IDF Chief of Staff not to include women in infantry units.
Posters accusing Central Command Commander Yehuda Fuchs of responsibility for weak response to stone attacks condemned.
Chief of Staff Gen. Aviv Kohavi, meets Chief of the Cypriot National Guard, discusses Israel and Cyprus' shared security challenges.
4-star general Michael Kurilla concludes his first official visit to Israel as a personal guest of Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi.
