Gadi Eisenkot

'We heard Eizenkot but we're going to the Supreme Court'

Despite Chief of Staff's statement, family of Elor Azariya intent on appealing his sentence to the Supreme Court.

IDF Chief of Staff

'We will consider request for leniency for Azariya'

Gen. Gadi Eisenkot says military court held fair trial for Elor Azariya, will give serious consideration to request for sentence reduction.

Netanyahu, Liberman, and Eizenkot tour Golan Heights

Three briefed by Division Commander Major General Yoel Strik, and Company Commander Brigadier General Yaniv Asor.

Defense Minister visits scene of Friday terror attack

Defense Minister, Chief of Staff visit bereaved town, call on PA Chairman Abbas, UN Secretary-General to condemn Friday's terror attack.

'The Chief of Staff wants a smoke-free army'

Sale of cigarettes and tobacco at army bases to end.

'Does a religious soldier have to feel like an exception?'

MK Smotrich present at meeting on mixed service, upset by by Chief of Staff's words, says 'IDF is no place for radical feminist agendas.'

Chief of Staff:

'We will continue to prevent weapons transfers to Hezbollah'

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot says Hezbollah continues to be the biggest threat to Israel's security.

Eizenkot: Hezbollah is the IDF's top priority

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot says IDF has offensive, defensive plans and is ready to fight on a moment's notice.

IDF Chief of Staff: We will subdue every enemy

Gadi Eizenkot writes a letter to IDF commanders and soldiers in honor of Six Day War.

'Those were words I will never forget'

Ceremony marking anniversary of Six-Day War and unification of Jerusalem takes place at Western Wall plaza.

Chief of Staff: Imprison those who maltreat haredi soldiers

Lt. Gen. Gadi Eizenkot visits soldiers of Netzach Yehuda and Shachar Battalions.

Netanyahu meets with head of US Joint Chiefs of Staff

PM Netanyahu and Gen. Joseph F. Dunford discuss bilateral security ties. Netanyahu looks forward to President Trump's visit.

'The IDF is the voice of those lost in the Holocaust'

IDF Chief of Staff pledges at March of the Living that the IDF will give voice to the victims of the Holocaust and defend the Jewish people.

'Only a strong and powerful IDF can prevent a second Holocaust'

IDF Chief of Staff leads delegation in March of the Living commemoration in Poland, says survivors an inspiration, helped build Israel.

'The tunnel threat is serious - but not existential'

IDF Chief of Staff speaks about State Comptroller's report, says Israel has hit 'hundreds of targets' since 2014.

Eizenkot: Hezbollah behind killing of own chief commander

"Those findings show to what degree relations between Hezbollah and its patron Iran are tense and complex."

'For six years of Syrian civil war, border stayed quiet'

Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot addressed conference in memory of former Mossad head Meir Dagan, discusses threats to Israel's security.

'Hezbollah is our number one challenge'

IDF Chief of Staff warns Israel faces serious threats on northern border, says IDF monitoring 'regular use of chemical weapons' in Syria.

'Hezbollah is preparing for war'

IDF Chief of Staff warns Shiite terror group is violating UN resolutions and is arming itself in preparation for war against Israel.

'The Chief of Staff has declared war on the Torah world'

Religious Zionist rabbis says IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot lied, crossed a red line in forcing religious soldiers to serve with women.

Eizenkot: 45% of terror attacks done by Israeli Arab citizens

Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot says in recent years nearly half the terror attacks perpetrated by Israeli ID card holders.

IDF Chief of Staff: Politicians lied

Gadi Eizenkot blasts criticism by MKs: 'Politicians are looking for votes; let the army court system do its job.'

'Ya'alon used Azariya to forward his political agenda'

Expert says military trial was not fair and could not have been fair, opines Defense Minister used Azariya to forward political agenda.

'The Chief of Staff is more appreciated than I am'

Cabinet approves extending Gadi Eizenkot's term for additional year, Netanyahu says public appreciates Eizenkot more than the government.

Netanyahu: Even in the Trump era, there are limitations

Netanyahu says upcoming meeting with Trump 'very important' for Israel's security, says Israel 'must act responsibly.'

Eizenkot to return from sick leave

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot will return to his office on Wednesday following his recent cancer operation.

Coming soon: Mixed-gender IDF boot camp

IDF plans to establish co-ed training camp.

Army Radio to be moved from IDF control to Defense Ministry

Military radio station was until now unit within IDF; following Liberman's decision will become support department in Defense Ministry.

Chief of Staff discharged from hospital

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot discharged from hospital after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous growth from his prostate.

Chief of Staff has cancerous tumor removed

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot undergoes surgery to remove his prostate due to a cancerous growth.

Eizenkot's term as Chief of Staff extended by another year

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman decides to extend the appointment of Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot by another year.

Right-wing attorney: Release alleged Eizenkot inciter

Attorney Itamar Ben-Gvir says man who allegedly incited against IDF Chief of Staff should be released, did not mean what he said.

Police arrest man suspected of inciting against Chief of Staff

Police arrest a resident of Jerusalem who took part in a demonstration during the reading of the verdict of Elor Azariya.

"Rabin's looking for a friend": Mandelblit orders investigation

Attorney General orders investigation following demonstration where cries "Be careful Gadi, Rabin's looking for a friend" were heard.

If Azariya is not acquitted, he should be pardoned

Minister Naftali Bennet: “If Elor Azariya is not acquitted, I think he needs to be given an immediate pardon and not sit in prison.”

Eisenkot: Free will and army orders do not go hand in hand

Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot referred in IDC speech to religious issues in the army, the Elor Azariya trial, and haredi enlistment.

Senior Religious Zionist rabbis meet with Chief of Staff

Senior Religious Zionist rabbis met with Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot to discuss the new IDF standing orders regarding mixed units.

IDF to fund academic studies for discharged soldiers

IDF unveils plans to fund academic or vocational studies for discharged soldiers drafted after July 2013.

Conversion course is part of the national budget

Minister Liberman allocates 17 million shekels to the basic defense budget for the Nativ conversion course.

Druze to Eizenkot: Guard our brothers in Syria

Druze leaders met with the IDF Chief of Staff, requesting aid for their brothers on the Syrian border.

Hundreds attend funeral of fallen soldier Oron Shaul's father

Herzl Shaul, father of fallen soldier Oron Shaul, was buried at Poriya cemetery. His son said that he died because he sat Shiva for Oron.

Watch: Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot trains with IDF

Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot let a week-long divisional exercise which included the Armoured Corps, Air Force, and infantry.

President Reuven Rivlin visits Gaza border

President Rivlin reviewed military operations in the Southern Command, and thanked the soldiers for their 'sophistication and power.'

Chief of Staff: Our purpose is to protect Israel and win wars

Major-General Kovi Barak in as new IDF Ground Forces commander, replacing Major-General Guy Tzur.

Citation for IDF's 'Duvdevan' unit for outstanding service

Chief of Staff to award citation to counter-terrorism unit for its performance in the field over the past year.

Watch: Chief of Staff presented with surprise US honor

Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff Joseph Dunford surprised IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot with a Legion of Merit award in D.C.

'I'm happy the army chief understands the value of Torah'

MK Moti Yogev expressed support for IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot's sanctioning of celebratory Torah dedication ceremonies in the IDF.

IDF Chief of Staff visits US for strategic meetings

Lieutenant General Gadi Eizenkot landed Saturday night in the US on an 'official work visit'.

Chief of Staff: I shut down Rabbi Levinstein's work with the IDF

Eisenkot warns political interference harming Israeli army, says operations with Rabbi Levinstein have been suspended.

IDF bans donations to soldiers

A new plan, called "Yachad," will allow the IDF provide for every soldier - while preventing them for providing for themselves.

IDF Chief of Staff backs Karim: 'He will be IDF Chief Rabbi'

Following meeting, Eizenkot gives his backing to presumptive IDF Chief Rabbi Eyal Karim, following left-wing campaign to block appointment.

Watch: Italian Chief of Staff lands in Israel

General Claudio Graziano arrived in Israel last night on a state visit. Watch.

'Leftists are trying to destroy the IDF Rabbinate'

Forum of reservist IDF rabbis say attacks on IDF Chief Rabbi appointee part of larger effort to marginalize Judaism within the IDF.

Controversial 'Hannibal Directive' may be abolished

In report on operation Protective Edge, State Comptroller calls for end to procedure directing IDF to endanger lives of kidnapped soldiers.

Haredi soldier spills his heart to IDF Chief of Staff

A. was excommunicated by family, then abandoned by army after tumor found in his head - until a chance encounter with Gadi Eizenkot.

'The IDF is united to defend Israel'

IDF Chief of Staff visits pre-military academy in Eli, Samaria, to stress social unity and military values according to Jewish ethics.

IDF goes to war against its soldier

MK Smotrich demands explanation for reports that IDF hired top private lawyer to prosecute soldier for shooting neutralized terrorist.

How did the IDF 'accidentally' return a terrorist's body?

IDF Operations Chief and COS lead investigation into mistake, which directly contradicted Netanyahu's orders.

IDF chief warns soldiers to use 'appropriate force'

As controversy continues over soldier who shot wounded terrorist in Hevron, army Chief of Staff issues warning letter to soldiers.

'Hevron soldier acted according to wartime protocol'

Lawyer of soldier who shot wounded terrorist tells Arutz Sheva he expects prosecutor to accept soldier's version following judge's ruling.