Eyal Zamir
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Eyal Zamir, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israel Threatens Intense Airstrikes on Gaza If Kite Terrorism Continues Beyond 72 Hours
Israel warns Gaza that kite terrorism must stop within 72 hours or face intensified Israeli airstrikes, with PM Netanyahu pledging no return to pre-October 7 security conditions.
Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz Warn Hamas of IDF Evacuations Over Drone Launches from Gaza
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz warned Hamas that the IDF will evacuate civilians from areas in Gaza used for drone and balloon attacks if the launches continue…
Netanyahu and Defense Minister Warn Hamas of Increased Strikes Over Gaza Drone and Balloon Launches
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz warned Hamas after drone and balloon launches from Gaza, threatening increased IDF strikes and civilian evacuations if attacks c…
Israeli Security Officials Warn Turkey Is Rival, Not Enemy, Amid Regional Tensions
Israeli security officials label Turkey a rival amid regional tensions and recent strikes near Israel's border, stressing vigilance against emerging threats. Syrian officials repo…
Israel Faces Critical Defense Resource Shortages Amid Budget Strains and Multiple Fronts
Israel's government plans to increase the defense budget amid critical shortages in arms, equipment, and manpower. Despite billions allocated, production delays and personnel burn…
Israel's Air Force Enhances Reach with Second KC-46 'Gideon' Tanker Jet Arrival
Israel's Air Force has bolstered its strategic reach with the arrival of a second KC-46 'Gideon' tanker at Nevatim Airbase, enhancing fighter jet endurance and operational indepen…
Middle East Tensions Escalate as Iran Seeks Leverage and Israel Prepares for Next Conflict
As tensions rise in the Middle East, Iran seeks to regain negotiation leverage through proxy actions, while Israel prepares for a swift, focused military response to any new confl…
Israeli Defense Minister Confirms Strike on Syrian Airbase, Accuses Erdogan of Military Provocation
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed Israel's airstrike on a Syrian military base near the Turkish border, accusing Turkey of attempting to deploy forces there. The str…
IDF Strikes Terrorist Near Golan Demilitarized Zone in Southern Syria
The IDF struck a terrorist near the Golan Heights demilitarized zone in southern Syria on August 22, 2026, targeting an imminent threat to Israeli forces. The airstrike hit a ligh…
IDF Leadership Warns Netanyahu Against Using Conflict to Postpone Elections Amid Security Strains
The IDF faces severe strain after three years of conflict, with leadership warning Netanyahu against provoking new war to delay elections. Israel maintains heavy deployments in Ga…
IDF Warns Turkey Is Becoming a Hostile Power Amid Rising Tensions Over Syrian Presence
Israeli officials warn that Turkey is evolving from a rival into a hostile state due to its military buildup in Syria and regional ambitions. Following Israeli strikes on Turkish…
Israeli Police Conclude Initial Probe into Deadly Clash Near Hebron Involving Haredi Tourists and Palestinians
Israeli police completed a preliminary investigation into a deadly clash near Hebron where a Palestinian teenager was shot by a security officer protecting Haredi tourists attacke…
Israel Warns Turkey Against Military Expansion in Syria After Airstrike
Israel conducted an airstrike on a Syrian military airport to prevent Turkey from establishing military bases in Syria, warning that it will not tolerate Syrian military buildup n…
New Commander Appointed to IDF Unit 8133 Responsible for VIP Security
Colonel M. took over as commander of IDF Unit 8133, which secures senior military officials and delegations, succeeding Lieutenant Colonel M. after four years. The ceremony was he…
IDF Soldier Yehuda Katz Laid to Rest in Jerusalem After 44 Years Missing
Staff Sergeant Yehuda Katz, missing since the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yaakov, was laid to rest in Jerusalem after his remains were identified and returned to Israel this week, compl…
Israeli Supreme Court Unanimously Blocks Government Decision to Shut Down Army Radio
The Israeli Supreme Court unanimously blocked the government’s decision to close Galei Tzahal, ruling it was based on improper motives related to broadcast content. The court emph…
Turkey Denies Military Presence at Syrian Base After Israeli Airstrikes, Vows Continued Support
Turkey denies any military presence at the Syrian base targeted by recent Israeli airstrikes and pledges ongoing support to Syria's military development. Israel warns Turkey again…
Israeli Forces Evict Settlers From Illegal Outposts Including Military Landing Zone in West Bank
Israeli forces have recently removed illegal settler outposts in the West Bank, including one on a critical military landing zone near Yatma. The evictions sparked clashes, arrest…
Greece Deepens Security Ties with Israel Despite Turkish-Qatari Media Criticism
Turkish and Qatari media criticize Greece's alliance with Israel as burdensome amid protests, but Greece strengthens military ties and defense purchases from Israel. Israeli real…
Israeli Defense Minister Criticizes Erdogan Over Risky Turkish Actions in Syria
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz condemned Turkish President Erdogan for risking Turkey's involvement in Syria, following an Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase near the Turkis…
Syrian Foreign Minister Denies Turkish Military Base Establishment Amid Limited Cooperation
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani confirmed Turkish officers visited a Syrian military base but denied any permanent Turkish military presence, describing the cooperation…
Israel Excels Militarily but Faces Political Stalemate Hindering Diplomatic Progress
Israel demonstrates strong military capabilities but is hindered by political paralysis that prevents effective diplomatic leadership. External actors currently lead Gaza negotiat…
Mossad Chief Talks With Syrian Foreign Minister Days Before Israeli Strike Amid Turkish Military Concerns
Four days before an Israeli airstrike in Syria, Mossad Chief Ronen Gofman spoke with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad about Turkey's military presence. Israel warned Syria ab…
Democratic Party Chair Yair Golan Condemns Israeli Strike in Syria as Risky and Provocative
Israeli Military Warns Against Politically Driven Escalation Amid Increased Gaza Strikes
Ahead of Israeli elections, the defense establishment warns against politically motivated escalation amid increased Gaza strikes. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited Syria following…
Yair Golan Criticizes Netanyahu Over Risky Israeli Airstrike in Syria Near Turkish Border
Yair Golan condemned Prime Minister Netanyahu for the recent Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase near the Turkish border, calling it a dangerous political move risking conflict…
IDF Chief Visits Southern Syria, Vows to Prevent Hostile Forces Near Israeli Borders
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited southern Syria to assess security and affirmed Israel's commitment to prevent hostile forces from establishing near its borders, maintaining…
IDF Chief Vows to Prevent Hostile Forces from Establishing Near Israel's Borders Amid Syrian Tensions
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned that Israel will not allow hostile forces, especially Turkish-backed ones, to establish near its borders amid Syrian conflict developments. Du…
IDF Chief Warns Turkey Against Establishing Forces in Syrian Golan After Israeli Strikes
Following Israeli airstrikes in Syria near Aleppo, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warned Turkey against establishing forces near Israel's borders in the Syrian Golan. The strikes, condemned…
IDF Chief Warns Turkey Against Establishing Forces Near Israeli Borders in Syria
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned Turkey against establishing forces near Israel's borders in Syria following an Israeli airstrike. Israel confirmed the strike targeted Turkish…
IDF Investigates Multiple Gaza Incidents Involving Civilian Deaths and Suspends Commanders
The IDF has investigated multiple deadly incidents in Gaza involving humanitarian workers, medical personnel, and civilians between 2023 and 2025. Commanders were dismissed or rep…
IDF Chief Circumvents Defense Minister to Keep Brigadier General Eliaad Moati in Service
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir bypassed Defense Minister Israel Katz to keep Brigadier General Eliaad Moati in the military by assigning him a new role that does not require ministerial app…
IDF Chief Marks Return of All Missing Soldiers from 1979 Sultan Yaakov Battle After 44 Years
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir informed Yehuda Yekutiel Katz's family that all missing soldiers from the 1979 Sultan Yaakov battle have been returned to Israel after 44 years, mark…
Itamar Ben-Gvir Supports Transferring West Bank Enforcement to Police, Demands Expanded Authority
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir supports Defense Minister Israel Katz's plan to transfer civilian enforcement in the West Bank from the IDF to the police, dema…
Israeli Military Chief Warns Iran Tensions Could Escalate Rapidly as US-Iran Truce Expires
The US-Iran ceasefire, effective for two months, expires today without a final deal on Iran's nuclear program. Israeli military leaders warn of rapid escalation and have prepared…
IDF Central Command Chief Warns Settler Violence Diverts Resources from Counterterrorism
IDF Central Command Chief Avi Blot and Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned that settler violence in the West Bank diverts military resources from counterterrorism. Recent attacks in…
IDF Prioritizes Missions Amid Jewish Riots in Palestinian Village, Delays Palestinian Terror Arrests
The IDF has reprioritized missions in the West Bank due to violent Jewish settler riots in the Palestinian village of Kuseira, delaying some Palestinian terror arrests. Defense Mi…
US CENTCOM Commander Completes 10-Day Middle East Tour Meeting Regional Military Leaders
US CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper completed a 10-day Middle East tour meeting military leaders from Israel and five Arab countries, also visiting the USS Abraham Lincoln cr…
Iran Insists Strait of Hormuz Control Remains With Tehran Amid US Threats
Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without its control amid US threats to declare the strait US territory. Iran maintains its maritime blockade while US officials warn of…
US Tightens Naval Blockade on Iran as 62 Commercial Ships Reroute
The US Central Command reported that 62 commercial ships rerouted due to the US naval blockade on Iran, with some vessels detained or inspected. The US plans to rotate aircraft ca…
Defense Minister Katz Pushes Police Takeover of Civil Enforcement in West Bank Amid Political Gains
Defense Minister Israel Katz has pushed for transferring civilian enforcement over Israelis in the West Bank from the IDF to the Israeli police, a move seen as a step toward de fa…
Israeli Settlers Return to Palestinian Village of Kusra Amid Military Crackdown
Israeli settlers returned to the Palestinian village of Kusra after the IDF demolished illegal outposts there. The military increased its presence to restore order amid ongoing cl…
US Officials Demand Netanyahu Publicly Condemn Violence in Palestinian Village of Kausara
IDF Launches Investigation Into Controversial Kusra Outpost Evacuation and Palestinian Family Displacement
The IDF is investigating the delayed evacuation of an illegal settler outpost in Kusra and the temporary displacement of Palestinian families. The probe will assess troop conduct…
US Vice President Vows to Prevent Iran Nuclear Weapons and Restore Hormuz Strait Security
US Vice President J.D. Vance affirmed efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and to secure the Strait of Hormuz. US and Israeli officials shared intelligence on Ir…
IDF Chief Clarifies Rules of Engagement Following Political-Military Discussion on Gaza
Following reports of restricted Israeli military responses in Gaza, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met with political leaders and General Staff officers to clarify and reinforce rules of en…
US Ambassador Clarifies Settlers Are Not the Problem in West Bank After Controversy
US Ambassador Mike Herzog clarified that settlers are not the problem in the West Bank, following his earlier remarks labeling some hilltop activists as "Israeli terrorists." He s…
US CENTCOM Commander Urges Renewed Strikes on Iran During Israel Visit
US CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper visited Israel and urged resuming strikes on Iran's infrastructure to pressure Tehran. He warned joint operations may be necessary amid st…