Israel Katz
IDF chief to hold readiness assessment for all combat units following surprise exercise
The IDF chief announced the review following a surprise readiness drill, which was aimed at identifying whether the lessons that were learned from Oct. 7 were implemented.
Threat of West Bank terror down 80%, Katz credits IDF's 'powerful offensive' policy
Hostage survivors, family members hold Kabbalat Shabbat outside Katz home
'It is his right, duty to express his opinion': Katz defends Zamir in response to PM's son
'Professional over political': Sa'ar pushes against demands that Zamir comply with gov't on Gaza
Sa’ar wrote that IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir “is required to express his professional opinion clearly and unequivocally to the political echelon.”
'IDF will carry out government policy,’ says Katz, amid Gaza occupation rumors
The ministry noted that during the visit, Katz “coalesced his stance” regarding the next security and diplomatic steps Israel needs to take “in order to actualize the goals of the war."
Israel forms c'mttee to evaluate mental health support for veterans
There have been several IDF soldiers and reservists in recent weeks who have taken their own lives due to trauma from the military and from October 7.
IDF bombs largest Hezbollah precision missile factory in Lebanon to block terror org. rebuidling
Katz said, "Any attempt by the terror organization to rehabilitate, to reconstitute itself, or to threaten [Israel] will be answered with uncompromising power."
Ministers, MKs, settler organization demand tour of northern Gaza to explore settlement
Among the signatories calling for Defense Minister Israel Katz to facilitate a tour of north Gaza were six government ministers, including Itamar Ben-Gvir, Shlomo Karhi, and Amichai Eliyahu.
Holon to hold demolition ceremony for buildings damaged by Iran, residents furious
Rather than holding a somber memorial, the Holon Municipality has chosen to cast the event as a celebration of recovery—complete with media coverage, prominent guests, and presenters.
Netanyahu slams UN: Israel has always allowed minimal Gaza aid, now it's official
Netanyahu, speaking from the Israel Air Force's Ramon Air Base claimed that the UN is "creating an excuse and lie about Israel," by saying that Israel is not allowing humanitarian aid to enter Gaza.
'We'll reach you personally': Katz threatens Khamenei from IAF base
Katz's comments came during a visit to Ramon Air Base, praising the fighter jet crews for their role in Operation Rising Lion. He has previously threatened Khamenei's life in recent weeks.
Hamas claims group submitted ceasefire response, anti-Druze, antisemitic hate speech online rises
Canada calls for immediate UN-aid resumption • Rubio discusses Syrian ceasefire, Gaza Strip, West Bank security situation with Jordanian counterpart
Defense Minister discusses potential for renewed campaign against Iran
Katz emphasized maintaining Israel’s air superiority from Operation Rising Lion and called for an enforcement plan to prevent Iran's nuclear and missile program restoration.
Israeli Medical Association urges more medical equipment, aid to Gazans in letter to Katz
The chairman of the Israel Medical Association warned of the risk of widespread famine in Gaza and the potential for serious harm to innocent civilians.
