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Security · Full coverage

IDF Chief Postpones Decision on West Bank Division Commander Amid Security Tensions

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By אמיר בוחבוט

First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 13, 2026

What happened

The IDF Chief of Staff postponed the appointment of the next Judea and Samaria Division commander amid rising tensions, deferring the decision to the incoming Central Command chief. Several other key military leadership changes were announced, including new commanders for the Galilee, 36th Armored, and 162nd Armored Divisions, alongside promotions across infantry, air force, and navy units.

  • 01IDF Chief postponed Judea and Samaria Division commander appointment amid security tensions.
  • 02Brig. Gen. Sharon Altit was a leading candidate but decision deferred to new Central Command chief.
  • 03Brig. Gen. Omer Cohen appointed to lead Galilee Division against Hezbollah.
  • 04Brig. Gen. Benny Aharon to command 36th Armored Division, marking promotion track.
  • 05Brig. Gen. Oren Simcha to lead 162nd Armored Division, also slated for promotion.
  • 06Multiple other commanders promoted and reassigned across infantry, air force, and navy units.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Eyal Zamir
OrganizationsIDF, Judea and Samaria Division, Menashe Regional Brigade, Kfir Brigade, Galilee Division, Northern Command, 36th Armored Division, 146th Division
PlacesJudea and Samaria, West Bank, Galilee, Northern Israel, Central Command, Lebanon

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

WallaCenter · HebrewJul 14, 2026
IDF Chief Postpones Decision on West Bank Division Commander Amid Security Tensions
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJul 13, 2026
IDF Announces Senior Command Appointments Including Division Commanders and Northern Command Staff

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