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IDF Chief Freezes Senior Appointments Until 2027, Blocking Defense Minister Katz's Move
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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago
What happened
Defense Minister Israel Katz's attempt to replace Central Command Chief Avi Blot was blocked by IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, who froze all senior military appointments until 2027 amid election tensions. Blot will remain in his post, underscoring the military's resistance to political interference.
- 01IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir freezes all senior appointments until 2027 amid election tensions.
- 02Defense Minister Israel Katz's plan to replace Central Command Chief Avi Blot is halted.
- 03Avi Blot praised for reducing terror attacks and will complete his three-year term.
- 04The freeze signals a clear military stance against political pressure on appointments.
- 05Zamir's move marks a red line against political interference in IDF General Staff decisions.
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