Gadi Eisenkot

Chief Tzfat rabbi: Generals can stop Jews, why not Arabs?

Tzfat Chief Rabbi Eliyahu criticizes Israel's leniency towards terrorists. 'If you want a solution you can find one.'

Top units receive commendations for their classified operations

IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot presents awards to Sayeret Matkal, Intelligence tech unit for their brave, secret work.

'Ya'alon, stop stuttering'

Deputy Samaria Regional Council chief calls on Defense Minister, IDF Chief of Staff to strike Arab enemy.

Kerry cites IDF Chief of Staff in defending Iran nuclear deal

Secretary of State quotes comments by Eizenkot in backing his claim that the Iran deal has improved Israel's security.

New orders: Soldiers must take guns with them on leave

Chief of Staff issues the order after a soldier who was denied his gun was murdered when he could have saved lives.

Terrorist stabber at large - due to open fire rules?

Armed and dangerous terrorist flees after soldiers follow protocols - did Eizenkot's orders prevent an elimination of the danger?

Poll: Most Israeli Jews don't back Eizenkot's remarks

Channel 10 poll finds that 57% of Jews in Israel do not back Chief of Staff's defending the IDF's open-fire orders.

Eizenkot saga continues

Bennett claims IDF head backs Talmudic 'slogan'

In second attempt defending Eizenkot, Bennett 'backs' self-defense maxim - even though he said 'IDF can't talk in such slogans.'

Netanyahu defends IDF chief from right-wing criticism

PM rejects criticism of IDF Chief of Staff over controversial comments on IDF's open-fire policy, looks to force end of public debate.

Bennett: Eizenkot ‘Talmudic’ comments misunderstood

Education Minister backs embattled IDF Chief of Staff following controversial comments on army's open-fire policies.

'We never emptied a magazine into a child!'

Internal Security Minister dissects IDF Chief of Staff's call not to 'empty magazines' into 13-year-old female terrorists with scissors.

'Terrorists must not come out of attacks alive'

Minister Katz slams IDF Chief of Staff for dismissing Talmudic 'kill or be killed' maxim, worries it influenced response to attack.

Yaalon: We cannot lose our humanity to anger

Defense Minister Yaalon defends rejection by IDF Chief of Staff of Talmudic 'slogan'; 'Woe to us if we do not protect our own humanity.'

Police furious at army chief's 'excessive force' statement

Senior police officers in Jerusalem feel personally attacked after IDF Chief of Staff dismisses danger from terrorists.

'Kill or be killed'

IDF Chief of Staff dismisses Talmudic 'slogan'

Eizenkot questioned by high-schooler on open-fire orders endangering soldiers' lives, goes on to pooh-pooh famed maxim of the Jewish sages.

IDF Chief of Staff: Stopping tunnels is our top priority

General Gadi Eizenkott says Israel ready, but 'question is whether decision to take out tunnels needs to be made in closed forums.'

IDF Chief: Hezbollah is Israel's 'most serious threat'

Gadi Eizenkot discusses risks of Iran nuclear deal, noting Islamic Republic is waging a war against Israel via proxies like Hezbollah.

'Chief of Staff is trying to reduce rabbis' influence'

Survey finds national-religious Israelis expect Jewish Home party to support Jewish identity in IDF.

'The IDF Rabbinate has declared its own death'

Critics fume after IDF Chief of Staff officially announces decision to remove Jewish Consciousness department from IDF Rabbinate.

Eizenkot removes 'Jewish Consciousness' from rabbinate

IDF Chief of Staff gives in to leftist groups, moves key department from military rabbinate to personnel directorate.

'Hezbollah will not overlook Kuntar's death'

In a statement made to visiting German Emissary, Nasrallah warned the decision for a reprisal against Israel has already been made.

On high alert

IDF prepares for Hezbollah, ISIS attacks along northern border

IDF forces bolster their preparedness, raise levels of alert amid real concern of terrorist attacks from both Sunni and Shia jihadis.

IDF chief warns Hezbollah: 'We stand ready for any challenge'

'Enemies know if they try to undermine Israel's security - they face serious consequences,' Eizenkot stresses at IDF award ceremony.

IDF to phase out APCs after deadly war incident

Deaths of 7 IDF soldiers during Protective Edge have spurred movement to replace APCs with wheel-based vehicles - possibly with US aid.

Ex-IDF Chief Rabbi demands coalition crisis over IDF decision

Closing the Jewish Awareness department of the IDF is a red flag for Rabbi Ronsky.

'We created a country in order to live here forever'

President Rivlin hosts tribute to IDF wounded and terror victims. Guests speak of optimism, disappointment.

American Military Chief in Israel to Discuss Iran, Russia, Syria

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Joseph Dunford, makes Israel the destination for his first visit outside the United States.

Top Security Officials Direct IDF Troops at Murder Scene

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon, IDF Chief of Staff survey the site in Samaria; Ya'alon vows to 'prevent the next attack.'

Chief of Staff Eizenkot Publishes 'IDF Strategy'

Eizenkot releases to the public a new document outlining changing threats to Israel and the shifting strategy and focus of the IDF.

IDF Overhaul Expected After Iran Deal

'Gidon Plan' presented to IDF General Staff Monday could see thousands of soldiers dismissed or cut in the name of security.

Highway Near Sinai Border Re-Opens to Traffic

Chief of Staff orders that Highway 12, which runs near the Sinai border, be re-opened to traffic.

The Best Just Got Better: IDF Introduces the Commando Division

The IDF has some tough soldiers – and now, some of the toughest will be pushed even further to the limits of their capabilities.

IDF Appoints Special Team to Plan Strike on Iran

Chief of Staff appoints his deputy to lead crew examining military options day after Iran nuclear deal, as IAF drills for possible strikes.

Israeli Army Vows to Protect Syrian Druze from 'Massacre'

Eizenkot promises to prevent massacre of Druze refugees on Golan Heights border with Syria, responding to Israeli Druze demands.

Eizenkot Works to Weaken Military Rabbinate's Authority

In wake of ham sandwich controversy, IDF sources say Eizenkot intends to limit Military Rabbinate's involvement in educational activities.

Chief of Staff: IDF Ready for Anything

The IDF on Wednesday celebrated the 61st graduating class of the army's General Officer's Course.

Eizenkot: We Will Bring Oron Shaul Home

Speaking at "All Israel from Jerusalem" ceremony, IDF Chief of Staff promises to return former medal of excellence winner, Oron Shaul, home.

'Only Readiness to Fight Can Deter and Decide War'

Netanyahu addresses central Memorial Day ceremony after sirens sound for nationwide two minutes of silence.

'We Return Here to Remember the Fallen'

IDF Chief of Staff conducts flag-laying ceremony ahead of Memorial Day. Eizenkot: we offer our support to bereaved families.

Watch: IDF Chief of Staff Meets Holocaust Survivor

Gen. Gadi Eizenkot meets with survivor ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day - and they discuss Israel's future.

IDF Conducts Emergency Exercises Near Gaza

Exercise involves IAF strafing, practice with controlled explosions, Southern Command Chief warns residents.

Chief of Staff Eizenkot Announces New Appointments

Major General Eyal Zamir, currently PM's Military Secretary, will be Head of Southern Command.

Eizenkot to Replace Gantz as IDF Chief of Staff

Long 'changing of the guard' ceremony to involve stops in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv - and Gantz's last visit on base in uniform.

General Yair Golan Appointed as Deputy IDF Chief of Staff

Golan hailed as 'experienced' and 'appropriate' to serve under Eizenkot in ceremony signifying change of staff.

PM: Palestinian State will Lead Islamists to Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu vows to fight foreign pressure to withdraw from Judea-Samaria ahead of Kerry meeting in Rome.

Cabinet Approves Gadi Eizenkot as Next IDF Chief of Staff

Government ministers unanimously approve Gadi Eizenkot's appointment as IDF Chief of Staff during Sunday Cabinet meeting.

New chief of staff

Eizenkot's IDF Chief of Staff Appointment Clears Final Hurdle

Turkel Committee for Senior Appointments gives its stamp of approval to man who will be IDF's 21st chief of staff.

The Challenges Facing the New IDF COS

Gantz 'Happy' Eizenkot Appointed as Successor

IDF Chief of Staff praises his successor, hails decision made without discord amid high tensions over security.

Ya'alon Officially Presents Eizenkot as Next IDF Chief of Staff

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon praises Maj. General Eizenkot's 'honesty, integrity, and good values,' says he is 'right person to lead.'

Gadi Eizenkot Named Next IDF Chief of Staff

Major General Gadi Eizenkot will be appointed as the next Chief of Staff of the IDF, replacing Benny Gantz in February.

Netanyahu: Do Whatever's Necessary to Restore Calm

Prime Minister Netanyahu instructs the defense establishment to do whatever necessary to restore the quiet to Israel’s south.

IDF Dep. Chief of Staff Briefly Hospitalized

Maj.-Gen. Gadi Eizenkot admitted to hospital Friday with chest pains; released the next morning.

Brig. Commander: Lack of Training Ruining Fighters' Fitness

IDF officials discuss budget cuts' impact on forces' fitness, competency; insist that advanced training will not be affected.

GOC Southern Commander Tal Russo Announces Retirement

GOC Southern Commander Tal Russo has announced that after 35 years of service, he has decided to retire from the IDF.

Eisenkott Approved as Deputy Chief of Staff

State Attorney Yehuda Weinstein has approved the appointment of General Gadi Eisenkott as the deputy IDF Chief of Staff