Defense Minister

Political drama:

Gideon Sa'ar gives up the role of Defense Minister

MK Gideon Sa'ar announced to the Prime Minister that he decided to give up the offer to be appointed as Defense Minister in light of the developments in the north.

Minister of Defense:

'Cooperation between Israel and US is critical to our readiness'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant meets with combat pilots and IAF servicemembers: 'With every day that passes, we enhance our readiness for defense, and sharpen our offensive capabilities.'

Min. of Defense speaks with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: 'The unprecedented security cooperation between Israel and US against Iran and its proxies, is critical to regional security and stability.'

A hard look at Benny Gantz's military tenure

War Cabinet member Benny Gantz's past decisions as CoS and Defense Minister have had lasting impacts on the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Israel’s strategic military posture. What were some of them?

Defense Minister Gallant:

Our enemies are bringing Israel and the US together

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met today with U.S. CENTCOM Commander, General Michael Erik Kurilla, at the IAF Hatzor airbase

Gallant refuses to allow Intelligence Subcommittee to visit Gaza

The subcommittee members have criticized the decision, claiming that the Defense Minister is preventing them from carrying out their responsibilities.

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.

Iran funding Palestinian Arab terror is nothing new

Now, Min. Gallant, what are you really going to do about it?

Consulate employee joins protest against Defense Minister

An employee of the Israeli consulate in New York joined protests against Defense Minister Gallant's visit to the USA

It is time to end the excuses and win

Defense Minister Gallant can change the long-standing and failed paradigm once and for all. Op-ed.

Defense Minister meets with President of Azerbaijan

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant held his second meeting with the President of Azerbaijan to discuss increasing cooperation in several areas.

DM Gallant:

'We took every measure required to prevent harm to civilians'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant delivers remarks regarding the IDF’s activities in Jenin.

Defense Minister under fire for returning terrorists' bodies

Coalition and opposition MKs denounces decision to return bodies of terrorists killed shooting at IDF soldiers.

Defense Minister to coalition:

Jews arrested after Huwara incident posed a danger to lives

After 50 coalition MKs demand release of Jews, Gallant justifies use of administrative detention.

Huwara Riots:

MK demands Defense Minister confiscate money sent to Huwara

MK Tzvi Sukkot demands the Defense Minister forbid the transfer of money to the city where the Yaniv brothers were murdered.

Israeli civilians are better on strategic security than brass

Israel's history has shown that civilians in the government have often understood security needs better than former officers. Op-ed.

Yossi Dagan moves his office to face Defense Minister's House

Samaria Council Head to move his office in front of Defense Minister Gantz's home to protest Samaria traffic infrastructure problems.

At least 30 communities may be connected to electricity

Legal opinion of defense, justice ministries will recommend DM approve connection of over 30 Judea, Samaria communities via general order.

Defense Minister Gantz meets with King Abdullah of Jordan

Gantz and King Abdullah II meet and discuss the importance of maintaining ties between Jordan and Israel for security in the region.

Blow to Hamas: IDF confiscates NIS 2.6 million in cryptocurrency

Defense Minister Benny Gantz leads a massive operation, seizing virtual wallets of companies in Gaza that are funding terrorist activity.

Gantz: I will not allow a culture of lying

Israel's Defense Minister says that "I will not allow lying to become part of this coalition's culture."

Gantz and US officials discuss helping PA

The Defense Minister says that the meeting focused on various aspects of Israel's relationship with the Palestinian Authority.

Update: US defense minister's plans while in Israel

United States Defence Minister Austin will be given tours of Israel's memorials and join Benny Gantz for a statement to the public.

Benny Gantz: Lebanon will pay heavy cost if front opens in north

Defense Minister addresses northern front in speech at memorial service for helicopter disaster victims.

Defense Minister Gantz orders field hospital prepared

DM orders preparations to establish hospital in accordance with projections.

First publication

Expropriation order signed to renovate Cave of Patriarchs

Project to include constructing elevator near Cave of Patriarchs and access path to enable disabled access from parking lot to site plaza.

Defense Minister calls Bnei Brak residents 'exemplary'

Bennett visits Bnei Brak, promises assistance: 'Bnei Brak situation is complex, but we see great response from residents to obey guidelines'

Farmers bring calves to DM Bennett's yard

Dozens of farmers arrive to DM's house, place calves on nearby grass, call to end PA boycott. Minister emerges and talks to farmers.

Bennett brings Kobi Eliraz back to Defense Ministry

DM reappoints Eliraz as project manager for illegal PA construction in Judea and Samaria. MK Yogev: 'Right man, right place, right time.'

'New rules':

DM Bennett: 'IDF will enjoy full freedom of action'

DM sends message: 'Terrorist who tries to harm Israeli citizens will no longer be able to sleep peacefully, neither at home nor in bed.'

Holed up in command bunker, Bennett takes position as DM

New defense minister met with Chief of Staff, head of Shin Bet, receiving updates on operation to eliminate senior Islamic Jihad terrorist.

Cabinet approves appointment of Bennett as defense minister

Minister Galant only one to oppose appointment, which does not need Knesset approval.

Who will be Israel's next Defense Minister?

Iran, Hamas, Islamic Jihad and other potential threats — who will be Israel's next defense minister to face them?

Fiery cabinet meeting:

'You cannot be defense minister'

After Shaked raises Jewish Home demand that Bennett be DM, fiery exchange erupts between Netanyahu, Bennett, Shaked, and Katz.

Recruitment Law:

State to request extension for DM resignation

Request to postpone Law's entry into force for another four months because of Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman resignation.

First publication:

Clarification call for IDF lecturer who criticized Liberman

Chief Education Officer summons 'secular yeshiva' founder and IDF lecturer after he wrote of DM, 'man closest to fascist characteristics.'

'Hamas understood message; we're headed for calm'

Deputy Defense Minister: Preparations for focused defense of Adam and all settlements; Hamas realized it will pay unprecedented price.

'It's just terrible when someone dies in your arms'

Eyewitness recounts Thursday evening's grisly terror attack in Arad that killed 19-year-old Ron Yitzhak Kukia from Tel Aviv.

Brig. Gen. Guy Hazut returns fire

Brig. Gen. Guy Hazut addresses Azaria affair and recorded conversation: 'Tried to help family, others profited at their expense'.

Demolition - only for Arabs who carried out attacks

State submits to Supreme Court supplemental response to Arab family's reciprocity demand to destroy Jewish homes as done to Arab attackers.

Defense Minister plans to reinforce Gaza border towns

Defense Minister Liberman: Government will spend almost a billion dollars towards beefing up security at communities near the Gaza border.

Understanding the Defense Minister's declarations

Watch: Former MK Rabbi Dov Lipman and former IDF officer Miri Eisen discuss recent interview by DM Liberman to Arab newspaper.

Defense Minister: 'Those comments? Never happened.'

Liberman calls out a Channel 10 journalist over their claims that he point-blank refused to deal with Hamas for fallen soldier bodies.

Binyamin Ben-Eliezer, former Defense Minister, passes away

Binyamin Ben-Eliezer, former Defense Minister, passed away at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center. He was 80 years old.

Air Force to join US, UAE, Pakistan in Red Flag training

The Red Flag exercise, in existence since 1975, will bring the cold-shoulder nations together for air force exercises in Nevada.

Former MK 'confident' Liberman will be a good Defense Minister

Former Yisrael Beytenu MK Sharon Gal is not concerned about Avigdor Liberman as Defense Minister.

What Avigdor Liberman could learn from Amir Peretz

Liberman would do well to avoid the mistakes of Peretz, the last non-general to hold the post of Defense Minister.

MK defends 'professional, responsible' Ya'alon

MK Moti Yogev 'uncomfortable' with prospect of Avigdor Liberman replacing Moshe Ya'alon as Defense Minister.

Yadlin Blasts 'Weak' Government for Op. Protective Edge

'Wide range of options' against Hamas were never utilized during the war, Yadlin states during campaign visit.

Poll: Israelis Prefer Ya'alon as Defense Minister

35.7% of Israelis prefer Ya'alon over other, possibly more qualified candidates, including Bennett, Yadlin, and Galant.

Report: Yadlin May Not Remain MK if He's Not Defense Minister

Former head of Military Intelligence may not remain in the Knesset if Labor doesn't head the government.

Former MI Chief Labor's Pick for 'Next Defense Minister'

Amos Yadlin joins Labor, bumped to #11 spot - and is expected to be appointed as Defense Minister in a Labor government.

'Noises Weren't a Tunnel, but a Horse's Hooves'

Defense Minister insists no Hezbollah tunnels have been found yet, despite residents' claims of hearing digging.

Poll Puts Labor Top, But Public Wants Rightist Government

28% want right-hareidi coalition vs. 19% for left; Labor gets 24 over 20 to Likud; 60% want Ya'alon as Defense Minister, just 21% Bennett.

Yitzhar Clashes

Defense Minister Calls for Order After Yitzhar Rioting

Ya'alon emphasizes the need to stop 'violent elements' in Yitzhar, stresses that minority does not represent majority in Judea-Samaria.

Ya'alon: 'Israel is a Military Superpower'

Defense Minister presents Israeli military tech at Singapore International Air Show, including updated drone technologies.

Frustration as Yaalon Unsure of Link Between Concessions, Terror

Former IDF Chief Rabbi Ronski: Why is Defense Minister calling to ‘look into’ ties between concessions and terror – did he just get here?

Report: Mofaz Demanded to be Defense Minister and Was Rejected

Mofaz reportedly joined the pact between Bayit Yehudi and Yesh Atid because his demand to be Defense Minister was rejected.

Netanyahu: Barak Trying to Spark Conflict with U.S.

Israeli PM Netanyahu worried that Barak is doing more harm than good, sparking conflict with the U.S.

Barak: Weakened Assad Benefits Hizbullah

Defense minister Ehud Barak warned lawmakers Hizbullah is the big winner in Syria's unrest, adding 'it will be hard for Assad's regime to survive.