Defense Minister announces the appointment of Major General Tamir Yadai to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff. Yadai, a veteran and respected officer, previously served as Commander of the Ground Forces, Central Command and Home Front Command.
Senior IDF officials say exceptional circumstances mean the recently -vacated position of Deputy Chief of Staff may have to be filled on a temporary basis, with Northern Command Head Gen. Ori Gordin considered the leading candidate.
Deputy IDF Chief of Staff Amir Baram writes to Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, requesting to conclude his position in February, after already extending it at the request of the Chief of Staff.
