IDF Chief Postpones Decision on West Bank Division Commander Amid Security Tensions
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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.
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