IDF Chief Must Approve All Targeted Killings in Gaza Amid Policy Shift
How 6 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By ניצן שפירא
First reported by Walla · Aug 3, 2026
What happened
The IDF has imposed stricter rules requiring the Chief of Staff's approval for targeted killings in Gaza, reducing attacks amid international pressure for a ceasefire. Israeli leaders rejected US demands to halt strikes and return to previous ceasefire lines, while some ministers opposed international forces entering Gaza. The policy shift reflects Israel's balancing of security concerns with diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
- 01IDF now requires Chief of Staff approval for all targeted killings in Gaza without immediate threat.
- 02IDF strikes in Gaza have dropped sharply, with only one attack in the past 48 hours.
- 03International pressure mounts on Israel to advance ceasefire talks and halt attacks.
- 04Israeli officials reject US demands to return to previous ceasefire lines or stop targeted killings.
- 05Finance and Settlement ministers oppose international stabilization force deployment in Gaza.
- 06US announced a Hamas disarmament deal, which Hamas quickly denied.
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