Yoav Gallant
Yoav Gallant is a veteran Israeli politician, currently part of the Likud Party.
He has an extensive background in the IDF and was at one point a top candidate to become chief of staff. He served as defense minister from 2022 until he was fired by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in 2024.
Israel's historic attack on Iran: A detailed breakdown of the 14-month build-up - explainer
The first direct exchange between the sides in April 2024 set the stage for the current regional war.
Three steps ahead: How Edelstein outmaneuvered everyone and is positioned to save Israel - opinion
Leadership changes, potential new charges: What's next for the ICC and Israel? - analysis
PM reveals ousting of top officials to advance controversial haredi military service bill
ICC governing Assembly confirms Karim Khan's leave of absence due to sexual abuse allegations
Deputy ICC Prosecutors Mame Mandiaye Niang and Nazhat Shameem Khan are due to run the office during his absence, said the Assembly.
ICC prosecutor issued warrants for Netanyahu to make West 'turn against Israel' - exclusive
A senior Western diplomat with firsthand knowledge of the ICC case describes Khan's motivations in issuing arrest warrants for Israeli leaders.
ICC chief prosecutor warned against publicizing new arrest requests for Israelis - report
Two sources told the British daily that Khan was readying to issue new requests for order against alleged Israeli suspects.
Why Israel’s ICJ boycott could undermine its recent legal winning streak - analysis
Despite recent court victories, Israel’s ICJ boycott over Gaza aid hearings could muddy its global image.
In boost to Israel, ICC Appeals Court reverses lower court ruling
The decision sends the jurisdictional fight back to the ICC lower court to fully explore Israel's jurisdictional objections to the arrest warrants.
ICJ publishes order extending Israeli response to genocide claims by six months
South Africa, and other extra interventions against Israel are backfiring.
Comptroller warned Netanyahu, Gallant of border security negligence ahead of October 7
The report comes along with Englman’s new report on Tuesday, which slammed border security on the northern border during the mid-2023 period.
Comptroller warned PM, IDF, Gallant of border security negligence before Oct. 7
If the August 2023 warning had been heeded, Englman’s criticisms might have prevented the invasion.
Israel recalibrating rules of war after Hezbollah rockets, strike in Beirut - analysis
Israel Katz issued a threat to Hezbollah, as he has done many times before. This time, however, the threat was not empty.
Israel planned Hamas ties, to recognize Gaza rule before October 7 in 'Hudna plan' - report
A COGAT-led "Hudna Plan" reportedly planned to grant Hamas de-facto rule over the Gaza Strip, while the terror group simultaneously planned the upcoming October 7 massacre.
Gallant: No to IDF occupation of Gaza, yes to return hostages before finishing off Hamas
The former defense minister said there was no question that returning the hostages needed to take priority over destroying Hamas.
