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Netanyahu Fires Israeli Defense Minister Gallant
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to irreconcilable differences over the handling of the Gaza war.
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Benjamin NetanyahuYoav GallantEli CohenGideon Saar
- Why was Yoav Gallant dismissed as Israel's Defense Minister?
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to a breakdown in trust and significant policy differences regarding the ongoing Gaza war.
- What factors contributed to Netanyahu's decision to dismiss Gallant?
- The public disagreements between Netanyahu and Gallant, and their impact on Israel's enemies, were cited by Netanyahu as reasons for the dismissal.
- What is the context of this dismissal regarding the ongoing conflict?
- Gallant's dismissal occurred amidst the protracted Gaza conflict, which began after the Hamas terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, and has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths.
- What were the main points of disagreement between Netanyahu and Gallant?
- The conflict between Netanyahu and Gallant stemmed from differing approaches to the Gaza war; Gallant favored a diplomatic solution while Netanyahu prioritized military pressure.
- Who replaced Gallant as Defense Minister and who took over their previous position?
- Israel's Foreign Minister, Eli Cohen, replaced Gallant as the new Defense Minister, and Gideon Saar took over Cohen's position as Foreign Minister.