Iran claims Israel's admission of assassinating former Hamas leader Haniyeh justifies its October missile attack, escalating diplomatic tensions after Katz's recent statements.
Katz threatens to assassinate group’s leaders •IDF fighting continues in Gaza • Israel buys more Arrow air defense missiles.
Hagari said that his statements "overstepped" his authority and that he was rightfully reprimanded for them
Katz's comments came just hours after the Israeli air force intercepted a drone launched from Yemen that was headed toward Israel.
If there is a major Iranian strike or counter-strike against Israel, the IDF is on the hot seat for failing to prevent hits.
Katz arrived at the premises at 9:30 p.m., approved the operation, and left, according to the reports.
Katz also threatened Halevi that he would freeze all potential high command appointments until he receives the probe results.
According to Reuters, the ceasefire deal is expected to be signed in the coming days, sources briefed on the talks reported.
Katz's statement comes following an N12 report which claims Katz told a US official that Israel was not interested in controlling Gaza after the war.
“There are all kinds of talk about agreements behind the committee’s back. There is no such thing as behind the back of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee,” Edelstein said.
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