Eyal Zamir Appointed as Israel’s New Military Chief

At a critical moment in Israel’s military history, Eyal Zamir takes charge as the country’s new military chief of staff after the stepping down of Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi following Hamas’s October attack. A former tank commander and director of the defense ministry, Zamir’s appointment comes amid ongoing conflict with Gaza, growing concerns with Iran, and an increasing focus on West Bank security. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sees this appointment as a key move to secure “absolute victory" against Hamas.