Yoav Gallant

US strikes Iran, while Gallant says Israel should have seized Tehran's uranium

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The flag of the United States superimposed on a map of the Middle East, centered on Iran, May 18, 2026.
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant attends a press conference shortly after he was sacked by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who cited a lack of trust, at the Ministry of Defense in Tel Aviv, Israel November 5, 2024.

Israel should have seized Iran's uranium during Operation Roaring Lion, Gallant says

FORMER DEFENSE minister Yoav Galant arrives to the Likud court for a discussion on the proposal to remove Galant from the Likud party.

Likud Court dismisses petitions to expel Gallant from party despite harsh criticisms against him

A satellite imagery taken on February 1, 2026, shows a new roof over a previously destroyed building at Isfahan nuclear site, Iran.

Option to physically remove enriched uranium from Iran exists, fmr. defense minister Gallant says


Netanyahu's hospital visit highlights Knesset drama amid coalition instability - opinion

Netanyahu's Knesset appearance after surgery highlights coalition fragility amid protests, Ben-Gvir’s rebellion, and opposition resistance, raising questions about Israel’s political stability.

(L-R) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Itamar Ben-Gvir, December 16, 2024

Gallant potentially considering reversing decision to resign from Knesset - report

Gallant's resignation is set to take effect on Sunday at 10:00 a.m., after the weekend, giving him two days to reconsider and potentially retract his decision.

 Defence Minister Yoav Gallant speaks during a press conference at Hakirya base in Tel Aviv, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to fire him from his position as a Defence Minister, on November 5, 2024.

Gallant's principled stand on Haredi draft leaves political legacy - editorial

Yoav Gallant resigns from the Knesset over opposition to the haredi draft law as Likud advances legislation on military conscription for ultra-Orthodox Israelis.

 Yoav Gallant.

A-G to Katz: New haredi draft bill has not been presented to me

"The draft legislation has not been submitted for my review," the attorney general's statement read.

 Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara attends the Knesset in Jerusalem. November 18, 2024.

'Likud’s path is my path': Yoav Gallant resigns from Knesset

"Shortly, I will inform the Speaker of the Knesset of my decision to conclude my tenure as a Member of the Knesset," Gallant said.

 Yoav Gallant.

Year in review: What were the biggest events, stories in Jerusalem of 2024?

From the Iran attack and the Paraguayan embassy move to the waves of protests and the taking down of UNRWA, these are the biggest events and stories in Jerusalem of 2024.

 Israelis in Jerusalem are seen protesting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to fire defense minister Yoav Gallant, near the Prime Minister’s Residence, Nov. 6, 2024.

Gallant's Washington synagogue visit canceled over security concerns

The Adas Israel Congregation said last Monday that "specific security concerns" arose in connection with a scheduled speaking engagement with the ex-defense minister Yoav Gallant.

 Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is received by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin (not pictured) at the Pentagon in Washington, U.S., June 25, 2024.

Israel appeals to overturn ICC arrest warrants

In the best-case scenario, sources indicated that the ICC Appeals Court could reverse or freeze the arrest orders until ICC sends a new notification to Israel.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant attend an event for outstanding soldiers as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, at the President's residence in Jerusalem on April 26, 2023

'Window to act against Iran': Gallant addresses Israel's strike on Islamic Republic - report

Israel can strike Iran in a "forceful and sophisticated manner. If needed, we will not hesitate to act," Gallant was cited as saying.

 Conceptual image of war between Israel and Iran using chess pieces and national flags

Fall of Assad regime is good for Israel, despite risks, ex-defense minister Gallant says

Gallant attributed the collapse to the IDF's strikes against Hezbollah and Iran, which destroyed their missile systems and killed Nasrallah.

 Defence Minister Yoav Gallant speaks during a press conference at Hakirya base in Tel Aviv, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to fire him from his position as a Defence Minister, on November 5, 2024.