Netanyahu Denies Reports of Planning to Fire IDF Chief of Staff Zamir
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has strongly denied reports that he intended to dismiss IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir before upcoming elections. The Prime Minister's Office called the reports "complete fake news" and Netanyahu stated he would continue working with Zamir for Israel's security. The alleged plan to fire Zamir had reportedly increased tensions between the Prime Minister and the IDF leadership.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied reports of planning to fire IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.
- Netanyahu's office called the reports "complete fake news".
- The alleged dismissal plan emerged ahead of upcoming elections.
- The Prime Minister affirmed continued cooperation with Zamir for Israel's security.
- Reports suggested rising tensions between Netanyahu and the IDF leadership.
Reports emerged on October 26, 2026, suggesting a potential plan to dismiss IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ahead of elections, intensifying pressure between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the military leadership. The Prime Minister's Office, along with Israel Katz, vehemently denied these claims, labeling them as "complete fake news." Netanyahu himself stated, "I have no intention of firing the Chief of Staff, and we will continue to work together for Israel's security." The reports also mentioned disagreements concerning Israeli Air Force flights in the region.
Netanyahu's office issued a statement directly addressing the rumors: "The Prime Minister's Office in response to reports concerning the Prime Minister and the Chief of Staff - complete fake news from beginning to end." The Prime Minister reiterated his commitment to working with Zamir for the nation's security, aiming to quell the escalating tensions.
