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Netanyahu Fires Israeli Defense Minister
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, replacing him with Israel Katz, amid disagreements over the ongoing Gaza conflict and future strategy. The decision sparked protests and international reactions.
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- What have been the reactions to Gallant's dismissal?
- Reactions to Gallant's dismissal were mixed, with protests in Tel Aviv and praise from some government officials. The dismissal has also sparked concerns regarding ongoing negotiations for the release of hostages.
- Who are the new Israeli Defense and Foreign Ministers?
- Israel Katz replaced Gallant as Defense Minister, and Gideon Sa'ar became the new Foreign Minister. The US administration expressed shock and disappointment at Gallant's dismissal.
- Why was Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant dismissed?
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a breakdown in trust. Gallant's recent mobilization orders and disagreements over the Gaza conflict contributed to the dismissal.
- What is Yoav Gallant's background and previous relationship with Netanyahu?
- Yoav Gallant is a prominent Israeli military figure with a long career, including command positions in Gaza and the Southern Front. He previously clashed with Netanyahu over judicial reforms and was briefly dismissed last year.
- What were the key disagreements between Netanyahu and Gallant that led to the dismissal?
- The conflict over the Gaza war and future strategy was a major factor in Gallant's dismissal. Gallant advocated for a different approach than Netanyahu's focus on a military victory over Hamas.