Disgraced Gaza Division Intel Officer Still Serving in IDF Cyber Unit

A senior intelligence officer, identified only as Lieutenant Colonel Aleph, who was ordered dismissed from permanent and reserve service by the IDF Chief of Staff nearly a year ago, continues to serve within the military's cyber defense system. The order for his dismissal came in November 2025, following his role as the intelligence officer for the Gaza Division. Despite the directive that he could no longer wear IDF uniform, Lt. Col. Aleph reportedly still arrives at his office in the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv daily in a military vehicle and receives his full salary.

This situation persists almost three years after the October 7th Hamas attacks and nearly a year after the Chief of Staff's decision to remove the officer. His current position in the cyber defense array reportedly allows him to avoid public identification. The article highlights the apparent failure to implement the Chief of Staff's decision, questioning why the officer remains on active duty and receives full pay despite the prior disciplinary action.