Moshe Yaalon

U.S. Still Waiting for Apology from Ya'alon

United States dissatisfied with Defense Minister's clarification that he had not meant to insult the U.S.

Defense Minister Ya'alon Gives Them Hell

Ya'alon to Hagel: I Did Not Intend to Insult the U.S.

Defense Minister speaks to Defense Secretary Hagel, clarifies his remarks on Iran were not meant to insult the United States.

Kerry 'Protests' to Prime Minister Over Criticism from Ya'alon

In rare move, State Department issues strong complaint after Defense Minister slams US policy on Iran.

Report: IDF Preparing for Armed Conflict with Iran

Newspaper claims top government officials allotted billions of shekels to IDF for possible war with Iran in 2014. But is it true?

Ya'alon Warns Assad Will 'Regret' Aiding Terror Against Israel

Defense minister pledges firm IDF action, after airstrike overnight hits Syrian army sites that aided explosives attack Tuesday.

Defense Minister Hints: Armed Conflict with Iran Still Possible

Israel will attack Iran if the US continues to stall, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon warns.

Kerem Shalom Crossing to Gaza to Re-open

Defense Minister Ya'alon orders that the Kerem Shalom border crossing be re-opened as of Sunday.

Yaalon Says Abbas 'Not a Partner for Peace'

Defense minister argues Israel must keep Judea and Samaria, otherwise Hamas will rise in region to replace Abbas.

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.

Israeli Air Force Strikes Gaza After Missile Onslaught

In lightning-fast operation, Israel strikes 29 different Islamic Jihad and Hamas targets; no casualties reported yet.

Kerem Shalom Crossing Closed in Wake of Rocket Fire

Erez crossing also closed to limited activity due to security concerns.

Yaalon Promises to Make Islamic Jihad 'Regret' Rocket Fire

Defense Minister joins Commander of Southern Command in promising 'not to hold back' against Gaza rockets.

Left-Bot Defeats 'Bogie-Bot' in Sharp Satire

Incisive cartoon satire illustrates the process by which leftist lawyers outmaneuvered the Defense Minister.

Ya'alon to Hagel: Iran Funding and Arming Terror Groups

U.S. Defense Secretary speaks to Defense Minister Ya’alon, congratulates him on the successful operation to capture the Klos C.

Iranian Ship Stocked with Heavy Warheads

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon notes missiles 'threaten millions of Israelis,' had 175 kilogram warheads.

Samaria Residents Contest Minister's Version on Demolition

Shomron Residents' Committee responds to Defense Ministry report, as Kaisler family remembers demolished home.

Call on Ya'alon: Help Sagi Come Home

Reservists who serve in the same unit as Sagi Kaisler, whose Samaria home was destroyed, send a letter to Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon.

Yaalon: Iran More Worrisome than Before

Defense Minister tells visiting German defense minister Iran is no longer isolated diplomatically.

Yaalon Slammed for Extending Hesder Service Period

Leaders of the religious Zionist movement expressed disappointment over the extension of Hesder service to 24 months

Ya'alon: 'Israel is a Military Superpower'

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

Protesters Outside Defense Minister's Home: 'Coward'

Activists protest the demolition of Sagi Kaisler's home in Kida, call Min. Yaalon 'a leftist.'

Munich: Ya'alon Sits in on Panel by Iranian Foreign Minister

Defense Minister attends discussion at Munich Security Conference panel headed by Iranian Foreign Minister, sparking surprise.

Yaalon: Israel Will Manage Fine if Deal Falls Through

Defense Minister says Israel appreciates the efforts the US was putting into negotiations, but would manage if things didn't work out.

Ya'alon: 'Obsessive' US Is 'Our Greatest Friend'

After previously calling Kerry 'obsessive' and 'messianic,' Ya'alon meets Hagel and emphasizes shared values while softening tone.

Israel May Purchase German Ships to Protect Natural Gas Fields

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon and German counterpart discussed possible purchase of surface ships to defend natural gas fields.

Ya'alon: 'We Will Hurt Those Who Hurt Us'

Defense Minister vows not to let Hamas attack Jewish Israelis 'just because they are Jews.'

Lapid: If Peace Talks Fail, the Economy Will be Hurt

Finance Minister dismisses nationalists' warnings against a Palestinian state as "unfounded prophecies of doom."

'Mahmoud Abbas: Number One Anti-Semite'

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz, speaking at INSS, blames Abbas for ongoing incitement against Israel by the Palestinian Authority.

Public Most Satisfied with Education Minister, Poll Finds

Education Minister Shai Piron is the minister with whose performance the Israeli public is most satisfied, finds new poll.

Yaalon: Mideast's Artificial Colonial States are Collapsing

'The lack of US involvement delivered Iraq to Iran, and allowed Russia to play a prominent role in Syria.'

Homefront Minister Threatens to Quit over Defense Ministry Spat

Gilad Erdan on Thursday struck back against Moshe Ya'alon, who on Wednesday implied that Erdan was “dead weight” on the government.

Ya'alon: Home Front Defense Ministry is a Waste of Money

Ongoing dispute between Ya’alon and Erdan continues, as Ya'alon says Erdan's ministry is redundant.

Ya'alon Praises Terrorist Liquidation, 'We Won't Hesitate'

Defense Minister comments on IAF strike that killed 2 terrorists responsible for rocket attacks, including during Sharon's funeral.

Yaalon: Hareidi Brigade Successful Beyond Expectations

Defense Minister praises majority-hareidi brigade on its anniversary.

Israel Signs Defense Agreement With Kazakhstan

Ya'alon signs agreement with Kazakhi counterpart in Israel for first visit, in move to expand defense exports.

Ya'alon to Terrorists: No More 'Free Shots' on Southern Israel

With the recent uptick in rocket attacks on Israel, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon has a message for Gaza terrorists: Don't try us.

Situation Safe Enough to End Gas Mask Distribution, Govt. Says

No more gas masks will be handed out to Israelis at this time. Decision is linked to chemical weapon destruction in Syria.

Erdan-Ya’alon Spat Continues with Funding Holdup

Home Front Minister accuses Defense Minister of withholding funds as conflict over who does what continues.

'Kerry is not Messiah; He is the Enemy'

Attorney Yoram Sheftel, in interview with Arutz Sheva, fires back at US claims that they have Israel's security interests at heart.

Esh Kodesh Vineyard Replanted After IDF Destruction

600 fruit trees planted in vineyard IDF destroyed with 'disruptive use order' last week, sparking near-lynching later in the day.

Labor MK: 'Netanyahu Waging War on the World'

MK Nahman Shai slams Prime Minister Friday for protecting Israel's right to build, keep Judea and Samaria.

ZOA: US Anger At Ya'alon A Double Standard

Zionist Organization of America criticizes US administration for slamming Ya'alon's comments while silent on PA outrages.

Israel Advocacy Group 'Spells it Out' for Kerry

Americans For a Safe Israel 'reminds' US Secretary of State of the security threat posed by an Israeli withdrawal from Judea-Samaria.

Steinitz: Ya'alon Comments Won't Hurt Strong US-Israel Ties

Interior Minister Yuval Steinitz praised Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon for apologizing to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry

Report: Yaalon Outburst Provoked by Kerry-led Pressure Campaign

Harsh comments by Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon about John Kerry are the result of a US campaign to pressure Israeli military heads.

Hundreds of Rabbis Sign Letter Lauding 'Fearless' Ya'alon

Rabbis voice support for embattled Defense Minister following scathing criticism of US Sec. of State John Kerry.

MK Hotovely: Ya'alon Shouldn't Have Apologized to Kerry

MK Tzipi Hotovely rips into Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon's apology, says Israel should not bow to US pressure.

Kerry Shrugs Off Ya'alon Comments, Says Talks to Continue

US Sec. of State tells journalists he is unperturbed by remarks made by Israeli Defense Minister calling him 'obsessive' and 'messianic'.

Amidror: US Cannot Force Dangerous Deal On Us

Former National Security Adviser speaks about peace talks and Ya'alon's criticism of Kerry, media treatment of Netanyahu.

IDF Legend: Ya'alon Is Right, This is Absurd

Brig.-Gen. (res.) Amatzia Chen praises Ya'alon's criticism of Kerry's peace plan, calls the talks 'theater of the absurd.'

Yaalon: I Didn't Intend to Offend Kerry

Following public storm over his comments, Defense Minister says he had "no intention" of offending Secretary of State Kerry.

Report: White House Expects Netanyahu to Condemn Yaalon Comments

A 'senior source' states that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu himself is expected to reject the criticism leveled at peace plan.

Saar: Jordan Valley a Test

Israel’s Interior Minister: The offers is always the same – ’67 lines’ and a divided Jerusalem.

US, Yaalon Bicker Over Criticism of Kerry Plan

After news surfaces of Defense Minister's sharp criticism of Kerry plan, US in shock. Yaalon calls on Israel not to be intimidated.

Labor Head Upset with Yaalon for 'Insulting' Kerry

MK Yitzhak Herzog says defense minister's 'hurtful diatribe' against US diplomat exposes Likud's real face.

Defense Minister: Kerry is 'Obsessive and Messianic'

Yediot Aharonot cites Moshe Yaalon: 'The only thing that can save us is that John Kerry will get a Nobel peace prize and leave us alone.'

Defense Minister Condemns Attack on Samaria Commander's Car

Residents of Yitzhar in Samaria repair damage to vehicle attacked in apparent 'price tag' incident.

Concern over ‘Unbearable Ease’ of Murdering a Jew

Defense Minister warns that even if the PA wants peace, many others do not. Concern over ‘unbearable ease of murdering a Jew’

Video Shows Abducted Jews; Feiglin: 'Ya'alon to Blame'

Documentation of Jews abducted by Arab mob in Samaria; Feiglin attacks Ya'alon's orders of vineyard destruction that led to ambush.