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Baram has served in the IDF for 37 years, and is currently serving as IDF Deputy Chief of Staff. His appointment is still subject to approval from the government.

The IDF said that the Lebanese army is doing better than ever before and is surprisingly confronting Hezbollah in some instances but that its performance is still far below where it needs to be.

The military "will continue to enforce with strength and without compromise against any Hezbollah violation – we are determined to ensure full security for all northern communities."

"The one thing that President Trump has done, he started a discussion that was long overdue," US Senator Lindsey Graham said, saying that Arab states had "woken up" to find a better alternative.

Should some Gazan Palestinians want to leave, Israel and the IDF will help facilitate their leaving via a mix of land, air, and sea transport options.

When Israel's defense minister demands the IDF Chief of Staff reprimand its chief for presenting security assessments about Gaza plans, he undermines the very system designed to keep Israel safe.

Defense Minister Israel Katz appointed Yadai as IDF deputy chief on Friday after his initial refusal.

"Major General Yadai is a veteran and esteemed officer who has successfully held key positions throughout his many years in the IDF," the minister's statement read. 

Defense Minister Israel Katz has wasted no time leaving his stamp on the cabinet office, viewed as the most powerful in the government.

Hamas is 'committed' to implementing the previously agreed schedule of the hostage deal, senior spokesperson Sami Abu Zuhri said.