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LiveBreaking News17:01

Chief of Staff Zamir Considers Maj. Gen. Avi Blot for Head of Military Intelligence

Following the firestorm over Defense Minister Israel Katz’s statement, the IDF clarifies that Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has no intention of moving Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Blot from his position until 2027.

Sinai Staff, Sinai Project

Sinai Staff

Aug 4, 2026·17:01

Meanwhile, the possibility of promoting him in the next round of appointments to the position of Head of the Military Intelligence Directorate is being considered. Zamir backed Blot in a private conversation, while Prime Minister Netanyahu demanded clarifications from Katz and called his conduct “reprehensible.”

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