Central District Police Commander Amir Cohen Announces Resignation
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Amir Cohen, Commander of the Central District and a hero of the October 7th attack, announced his resignation from the Israel Police on Thursday. He was appointed to his current role less than a year ago, and the reason for his departure has not yet been disclosed. Cohen was recognized for his actions on October 7th, including issuing a key mobilization order and participating in battles where he was wounded. He was also selected to light a torch at the recent Independence Day ceremony.
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- Central District Police Commander Amir Cohen announced his resignation on Thursday.
- Cohen commanded the Southern District during the Hamas attack on October 7.
- He issued the "Parash Pleshet" mobilization order at 6:41 AM on October 7.
- Cohen participated in battles in Sderot and was wounded on October 7.
- He was chosen to light a torch at the 76th Independence Day ceremony.
- Cohen was appointed Commander of the Central District less than a year ago.
Amir Cohen, Commander of the Central District of the Israel Police, announced his resignation on Thursday. Cohen, who commanded the Southern District during the Hamas attack on October 7, was appointed to his current role less than a year ago. The reason for his decision to resign has not yet been released.
Cohen was among the prominent officers during the battles of resistance on October 7. On the morning of the attack, at 6:41 AM, he issued the "Parash Pleshet" (Fleshet Knight) order, which led to the mobilization of police forces following the infiltration of terrorists. He later participated in battles in Sderot and was wounded. For his actions that day, he was chosen to light a torch at the 76th Independence Day ceremony.
During his service in the police, Cohen held several senior positions, including Commander of the Border Police and Commander of the Southern District. In 2024, it was reported that he was considering leaving the force, but in November 2025, he returned to a command position as Commander of the Central District. Now, less than a year after his reappointment, he is expected to end his service with the police.
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