Eyal Zamir

IDF Chief Zamir orders reinforcements to the North for potential broader invasion against Hezbollah

The IDF is ramping up operations in southern Lebanon, moving key forces and expanding attacks on Hezbollah strongholds, as direct confrontations on the ground escalate.

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IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir seen on November 3, 2025
Israeli soldiers keep watch as Palestinian Muslims gather at the Qalandia checkpoint in the West Bank city of Ramallah on February 20, 2026, to enter Jerusalem on their way to Al-Aqsa Mosque for the first Friday noon prayers of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

Senior Israeli defense sources: Iran regime change not military goal, creating conditions for it is

The senior Israeli defense sources noted that tackling Iran's ballistic missile threat was among the military's primary goals in the war.

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The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, visits the Israeli Air Force’s Tel Nof Airbase. 10, March 2026.

IDF chief praises 'around the clock' work of air crew during visit to Tel Nof Airbase

IDF Chief Lt.-Gen. Zamir visits Tel Nof Airbase, praising crews for their role in Operation Roaring Lion and stressing the importance of nonstop operations while acknowledging future challenges.

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People are seen at the Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem despite the ongoing war with Iran and Hezbollah and missile fire toward Israel, March 9, 2026.

Vigilant and united: Israel’s homefront resilience will decide outcome of Iran war - editorial

As Israel faces mounting attacks from Iran, the real challenge lies within: political infighting and internal divisions threaten to undermine the nation’s unity and resolve in a prolonged conflict.

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IDF unveils new tank division, marking shift from defense to offense

The change marks some of the main lessons learned by IDF officials after October 7 and during the war with Hamas in Gaza, with one being the need for more tanks and a more offensive mindset.

FEBRUARY 10, 2026ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
An Israeli soldier looks on from a Merkava tank while operating in a location given as Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in this handout picture released on December 7, 2023

Israel boosts security ahead of Ramadan amid rise in Jewish nationalist crime in West Bank

In 2025, the number of “nationalistic” Jewish crimes spiked to 867, up from 682 incidents in 2024. More than 50 incidents of nationalist crimes were reported in the past month.

FEBRUARY 8, 2026ByCORINNE BAUM, FRAIDY MOSER
Muslim women walk, as Israeli settlers carry Israeli flags next to a checkpoint near the Ibrahimi mosque, also known as the Cave of Patriarchs, on the day of the first Friday prayers of Ramadan, in Hebron's Old City, in the West Bank March 15, 2024.

Forget Iran nukes, terror proxies - for Israel, it's all about ballistic missiles now - exclusive

IDF chief ready to strike surprising targets if Tehran chooses war • Eyal Zamir made case against ballistic missiles directly to US military officials in Washington

FEBRUARY 5, 2026ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Tel Aviv, June 17, 2025.

High Court orders state to assist return of Ras Ein al-Auja residents, demands enforcement update

The court further ordered the state to submit, within 60 days, an update detailing enforcement measures taken during that period “to ensure security.”

FEBRUARY 5, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN
A Palestinian man seen with his sheep in a Bedouin village in the northern Jordan Valley, on June 17, 2023.

Secret Israel-US Pentagon talks focused on intelligence sharing as Iran tensions rise - exclusive

During a quiet visit to Washington, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met senior US military leaders in closed-door talks tied to Iran and regional security, according to diplomatic sources.

FEBRUARY 2, 2026ByZVIKA KLEIN
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine in a previous meeting.

IDF chief Eyal Zamir makes secret DC visit, talks Iran military options with US officials

Israel is concerned that the Trump administration may reach a deal with Tehran regarding freezing uranium enrichment, but without fully addressing the ballistic missile threat.

FEBRUARY 1, 2026ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper meets with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir on January 24, 2026.

Now that all hostages are home, Israel must open inquiry into October 7 massacre - editorial

Closure brings its own burden: a country that has endured this scale of loss still needs to fathom how and why Israel was so catastrophically unprepared.

JANUARY 28, 2026ByJPOST EDITORIAL
The countdown clock in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, seen after it was stopped on January 27, 2026.

'Hero of Kibbutz Alumim': Israel reacts to news of final hostage Ran Gvili's return

Leaders across Israel paid tribute as the remains of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili were brought home, closing the chapter of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.

JANUARY 26, 2026ByJAMES GENN
Itzik Gvili, father of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, places his hands on the coffin containing his son's remains, January 26, 2026.

Iranian drone swarms pose threat to US ships, expert says as USS Abraham Lincoln approaches

Chell said Iran’s advantage is volume and cost rather than sophistication, pairing inexpensive warheads with cheap delivery platforms launched in large numbers.

JANUARY 26, 2026ByJACOB LAZNIK
Iranian Basij militia members display their drones during military manoeuvres on January 10, 2025 in Tehran, Iran.

IDF chief promotes Hashmonaim Brigade commander to chief adviser on ultra-Orthodox issues

Part of the new position will involve some of the same responsibilities Emunah has had in founding the brigade, specifically tailored to haredim, but his portfolio will likely be widened.

JANUARY 25, 2026ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Ultra orthodox jewish soldiers from the Hasmonean Brigade take part in a beret march after completing seven months of basic and advanced training, at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old city on August 6, 2025.