IDF Central Command Chief Ablut Hears Dismissal Live During West Bank Terror Policy Meeting

First reported by Arutz Sheva · 10 hours ago

What happened

IDF Central Command Chief Avi Blut was unexpectedly dismissed live on television by Defense Minister Israel Katz during a West Bank counterterrorism meeting, sparking shock and internal turmoil. The dismissal relates to a dispute over an administrative detention order against Tal Yinon Dradik. The IDF denied Katz's authority to dismiss Blut, emphasizing only the Chief of Staff can do so. Settler leaders condemned Katz's move, praising Blut's leadership amid security challenges.

• 01IDF Central Command Chief Avi Blut was dismissed live by Defense Minister Israel Katz during a West Bank terror policy meeting.
• 02The dismissal stemmed from a dispute over an administrative detention order against Tal Yinon Dradik.
• 03The IDF stated only the Chief of Staff can dismiss senior officers, distancing itself from Katz's announcement.
• 04Blut and his command continue operations despite internal shock and confusion.
• 05West Bank settler leaders strongly criticized Katz, praising Blut's security leadership.
• 06The incident has caused significant internal ripples and public debate over military and political authority.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew11 minutes ago

IDF Central Command Chief Ablut Hears Dismissal Live During West Bank Terror Policy Meeting

SrugimRight · Hebrew13 minutes ago

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Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew38 minutes ago

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SrugimRight · Hebrew51 minutes ago

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YnetCenter · Hebrew9 hours ago

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Now 14Right · Hebrew9 hours ago

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N12Center · Hebrew10 hours ago

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MakoCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew10 hours ago

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Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew10 hours ago

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YnetCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew10 hours ago

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YnetCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago

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Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew10 hours ago

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