Herzi Halevi

PMO publishes Netanyahu's Oct. 7 schedule, reveals he spoke with Gallant earlier than reported

According to the released schedule, Netanyahu spoke with Gallant during his drive to the Kirya between 7:30 a.m. and 8:22 a.m., when he was told that there was "no clear situational picture."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu leads Likud into the October 27 election as the ruling party seeks to retain power amid slipping polls and questions over Netanyahu’s future.
A view of homes destroyed and burned in the Hamas October 7, 2023 massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz, near the Gaza border, August 5, 2026

Netanyahu spoke with IDF chief three hours into Oct. 7, Iran pressure fuels regime divisions

 Lt.- Gen. Herzi Halevi makes remarks from the Gaza border.

Fmr. IDF chief Herzi Halevi, the tragic unsung hero I know - comment

 Israel Air Force fighter jet F-15, at the Tel Nor airforce base. January 01, 2024.

Two Israel Air Force technicians charged with spying for Iran - KAN


Who will be IDF's new chief? Israel Katz to begin selection process Sunday

Dark Horse candidate Maj.-Gen. Tamir Yadai makes the list, subverting expectations.

(L-R)  IDF deputy chief Maj. Gen. Amir Baram, Defense Ministry Director-General and former deputy IDF chief Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, and Maj. Gen. Tamir Yadai.

What is the IDF's future post-Halevi, October 7 probes era? - analysis

What’s next for Israel’s military and defense strategy after Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi’s resignation?

 IDF CHIEF OF Staff Herzi Halevi attends a ceremony at the IDF Central Command headquarters in Jerusalem in July.

After IDF chief, wave of resignations expected in Israeli Air Force, Navy - report

Alongside the senior General Staff officers, the list of officers who may retire from the IDF is reportedly quite long.

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi (left), Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar (center), Israeli Navy commander V.-Adm. David Salama (bottom right), IAF chief Maj.-Gen. Tomer Bar (top right) (illustration).

IDF chief's resignation an 'excellent start,' families of October 7 victims say

Netanyahu thanked Halevi for his many years of service and his command of the IDF in the war.

 Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi in front of an Israeli flag (illustrative).

Who will replace Herzi Halevi as new IDF chief of staff?

Eyal Zamir, a former deputy IDF chief who came in second place to Halevi during the last race for IDF chief, is Netanyahu's favored candidate.

 (L-R): Herzi Halevi and Eyal Zamir, attend a memorial ceremony in Kfar Saba on August 6, 2019

IDF chief Herzi Halevi to step down in March, cites military failure on October 7

Halevi's resignation in keeping with promise to take responsibility for October 7 • OC Southern Command Yaron Finkleman follows suit

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi praises the bravery of troops fighting in Lebanon, October 3, 2024.

‘We bear responsibility’: Halevi promises IDF resolute in bringing hostages home

Halevi said the IDF has eliminated 3000 terrorists since October 6 2024.

 Lt.- Gen. Herzi Halevi makes remarks from the Gaza border.

Halevi in Gaza: Security situation in Gaza is better now than before Oct. 7

The IDF chief of staff said that the map of threats facing Israel has changed completely because of the IDF's actions in Gaza.

 Lt.- Gen. Herzi Halevi makes remarks from the Gaza border.

IDF chief says deadline for military's October 7 probes is January 28

The IDF chief said this was a last appeal to reach anyone who has not been asked for information, but thought that they had important information to share.

 IDF Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, is currently leading the operation in Iran from the Air Force bunker at the Kirya, alongside Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, the Air Force Commander, October, 26, 2024.

Where the fight over Oct. 7 probes mixes with fight over hostage deal - analysis

Had a hostage deal been made earlier, Halevi probably also would have issued the probe results much earlier and resigned at an earlier date.

 Relatives and supporters of the hostages kidnapped during the deadly October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas hold a protest performance promoting a deal that would bring the hostages home, in Tel Aviv, Israel, December 17, 2024.