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Gallant hints at Israeli airstrikes in Syria
Defense Minister says 'last night we received further proof that in Israel, the thunder of planes is louder than all the background noise.'
Otzma Yehudit MK demands Israel withdraw approval to arm PA
MK Limor Son Har-Melech wrote to the Defense Minister demanding that he block a move by the US to arm PA law enforcement.
Defense Minister reveals: Iran building airport for terrorist use in southern Syria
Minister Yoav Gallant warns Hezbollah, Lebanon will pay heavy price if conflict erupts.
Defense Minister Gallant: 'Terror during the holidays? Don't even try us'
The Defense Minister met with senior security officials ahead of the Jewish holiday season.
Haredi parties to Netanyahu: No more compromises on Draft Law
'We are not interested in whether or not there'll be a reform - on the Draft Law, we will not compromise,' haredi source tells PM Netanyahu.
Defense Minister Gallant stops suicide attempt
Young man threatens to kill himself unless he is allowed to speak with IDF representative. Minister Gallant leaves meeting to assist.
Gallant decides not to shut down IDF's radio station
Defense Minister decides not to close or privatize Galei Tzahal despite Chief of Staff's position on the matter.
Gallant blasts his colleagues: Statements that endanger the IDF
Defense Minister blasts members of the government who recently made statements against the IDF.
Minister Yoav Gallant: The State of Israel is under a terrorist attack against civilians
Minister of Defense holds situation assessment with the heads of the IDF following attack at Maccabim Checkpoint.
Defense Minister Gallant to US officials: 'Iran undermines stability in the Middle East'
During the meetings the minister discussed the Abraham Accords, Iran, IDF counterterrorism efforts in Judea and Samaria, among other things.
Defense Minister to meet US officials against Netanyahu's wishes
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant will meet with a series of American officials against the wishes of Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Defense Minister Gallant to UN Sec. Gen. Guterres: 'UN must act immediately'
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
ISA and Defense Minister release Jewish detainee early
The detainee was arrested for involvement in riots after the shooting attack at Eli Junction. He will be released to pre-military yeshvia..
Gallant: Where we didn't strengthen the settlements, we got terrorism'
Defense Minister holds situational assessment at Central Command, meets municipal leaders of Judea and Samaria.
Defense Minister meets US Chief of the Joint Staffs
Minister Yoav Gallant meets General Mark A. Milley.
Ben-Gvir slams Gallant: Have we gone crazy? We're discussing terrorism
National Security Minister criticizes Defense Minister for warning about causing 'friction' during cabinet meeting on recent murders.
Defense Minister orders: Prevent terrorists' family members from entering Israel
'Thousands of Palestinians whose relatives carried out terror attacks have been denied entry into Israel,' Defense Min. Yoav Gallant says.
Torat Lehima: 'Netanyahu must replace Gallant with a minister who cares'
The Torat Lehima organization calls for a '180-degree shift in the defense system paradigm.'
Haredi leaders back down from Draft Law demands
A meeting with the Defense Minister has produced understandings regarding the Draft Law for the haredi community.
Gallant to naval officers: Israel is prepared for any scnenario, on land, sea, or air'
Defense Minister visits elite Flotilla 13 (“Shayetet 13”) of the Israeli navy.
Defense Minister: Israel's fortunate to have Herzi Halevi commanding the IDF
Minister Gallant, MK Sa'ar defend Chief of Staff after PM's son shares post calling Halevi the "most failed" Chief of Staff in history.
Gallant to new recruits: Protests will not affect enlistment
In a conversation with new recruits, the Minister of Defense said: 'I'm working on these issues every day with the Chief of Staff.'
Ministers Gallant, Ben-Gvir spar over National Guard
Defense Minister says no room in Israel for 'private militias' as committee examines formation of a National Guard.
Gallant: Israel remains ready to assist Greece after fires
Israeli Defense Minister hosts Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias during his first visit to Israel.
Security sources: Tensions between ministers are felt on the ground
Sources in defense echelon say division of authority has created a complex problem which influences the security situation.
Minister Dichter admits: I was offered Defense Ministry after Gallant was fired
Agriculture Minister admits Netanyahu offered him Defense Ministry after Gallant was dismissed for calling to freeze judicial reform.
Gallant: IDF ready for combat now, but long-term damage possible'
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Security Committee holds heated discussion on effect of judicial reform dispute on IDF readiness.
Lapid unable to convince opposition leaders to compromise
Correspondence between the opposition leader and Defense Minister Gallant shows opposition leaders uninterested in compromise.
Minister Gallant: Govt. will accept court's decision on Reasonableness Standard bill
Defense Minister says the govt. will not initiate constitutional crisis if Supreme Court strikes down recent amendment to Basic Law.
Defense Min. Gallant planning unity government - without Religious Zionist parties
Defense Min. Yoav Gallant aiming for unity government - even if it means resigning his position.
Discussion of 'settler violence' canceled after Ben-Gvir refuses to participate
National Security Minister refuses to send representatives to meeting called by Defense Minister on 'settler violence.'
Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin speaks to Minister Gallant
Austin reiterates US commitment to Israel's security following passage of Reasonableness Standard bill.
PM Netanyahu rebuked Defense Minister
Netanyahu reportedly told Gallant not to get involved in attempts to reach a wide consensus on reasonableness standard.
Defense Minister visits Netanyahu in hospital over judicial reform bill
PM Netanyahu visiting by Gallant after receiving pacemaker with final vote on 'Reasonableness Standard' bill set for tomorrow.
Coalition warns: If Defense Minister doesn't support legislation - he will be fired
Sources in Israel's coalition threaten: Anyone who doesn't support changes to reasonableness standard will be fired - including Defense Min.
Gallant working to reach agreement on reasonability standard
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is working to reach a consensus on the reasonability standard, fearing mass refusal to serve in the IDF.
Gallant: I'm working in every way to achieve broad consensus on judicial reform
Defense Minister confirms he is seeking compromises on Reasonableness Standard Bill following pilots' protest.
IDF chief: Hundreds of refusals to serve but army ready for war
The IDF stated that the threats of refusal to serve harm the cohesion of the forces but claim that the situation is under control.
Gallant, Chief of Staff provide Netanyahu situational assessment
Gallant and Halevi met with Netanyahu to discuss the IDF's competence against the background of tensions in the North.
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