Eyal Zamir

IDF carries out anti-terrorism operation in Hebron, seizes illegal weapons, arrests wanted suspects

The operation "is part of a series of proactive operations to thwart terrorism in Judea and Samaria and to strengthen the defense of the settlements," IDF chief of staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said.

Chief of Staff, Lt. Col. Eyal Zamir conducts a situation assessment as part of an operation in the Hebron region
Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits the Nevatim Air Base, January 21, 2026.

'Ready to defeat any challenge': Zamir assesses IAF threat response amid Iran tensions

 Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. March 25, 2025.

Israel Katz publishes IDF chief's letter warning of manpower shortage amid haredi draft debate

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir giving an update on the progress of the war with Iran, June 20, 2025.

IDF Chief of Staff assesses Iron Dome's readiness in light of Iran threat


Zamir: IDF 'must not underestimate the enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir toured Gaza, urging vigilance and praising troops in Operation Gideon’s Chariots II while stressing the goals of defeating Hamas and freeing hostages.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen Eyal Zamir (center) conducts a field tour with other senior officers in the Gaza Strip, September 30, 2025.

'Rise up and break away': IDF chief urges Gazans to reject Hamas rule

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir also paid his respects to fallen soldier Major Shahar Netanel Bozaglo.

Eyal Zamir asks Palestinians to rise up against Hamas from Gaza City.

Defeat of the Iranian axis is 'within our means,' says Netanyahu

The prime minister delivered a Rosh Hashanah address to the IDF General Staff forum in Tel Aviv.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu toasts the Jewish New Year at the Kirya in Tel Aviv. September 22, 2025.

'They are still there': Hostage families mark second Rosh Hashanah since October 7

As the hostages now approach their third Simchat Torah in Gaza, she said, the feeling that time has frozen only grows stronger.

Families of hostages held in Gaza and their supporters protest outside the Prime Minister’s Residence in Jerusalem, calling for their release, September 21, 2025.

No. 4: Eyal Zamir: Chief of staff of the IDF

The biggest questions hanging over Eyal Zamir are how long he will continue the Gaza war and whether he will need to act again against Iran.

Eyal Zamir

Battle of succession: Will Tomer Bar be replaced as head of air force?

Current estimates indicate that the military and Defense Ministry want a new IAF chief who will be prepared for future challenges, in light of Iran's intentions to retaliate against Israel.

Israel Air Force chief Tomer Bar.

Trump says fewer than 20 hostages still alive, Portugal to recognize Palestinian state

IDF confirms death of four soldiers • IDF kills Hamas Bureij Battalion official • Hamas says Gaza City invasion will kill hostages • Edan Alexander, Naama Levy give speeches on their Gaza captivity

US President Donald Trump in front of posters protesting for the release of the hostages (illustrative)

Israel tells families it lacks precise Gaza hostage locations as IDF advances in Gaza City - report

Despite public claims of caution, Israeli officials admit to families they do not know where hostages are held, raising concerns about ongoing operations.

A drone view of the words "war kills hostages" displayed on the beach in front of the U.S. consulate by activists supporting the release of all hostages and ending the war, in Tel Aviv, Israel, September 17, 2025.

IDF chief: Risks, opportunities of Gaza City invasion brought to cabinet

He continued to stress that the IDF operates in accordance with international law, and does "the utmost to mitigate harm to civilians." 

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir in Tulkarm, in the West Bank, August 22, 2025.

Israel begins large ground invasion of Gaza City as IDF orders evacuation

Approximately 130,000 IDF reservists have been called up, and five IDF divisions are to be involved in the invasion.

Israeli soldiers stand next to armored personnel carriers (APCs) near the Gaza border, in Israel, September 16, 2025