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On January 16, 2023, the 23rd IDF Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, was officially sworn in, replacing Lt. Gen. Aviv Kochavi. Halevi was originally appointed by former Defense Minister Benny Gantz, who overrode claims by the then-opposition Likud party that a transition government during an election season cannot appoint the next Chief of

The two final contenders are IDF Deputy Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. Herzi Halevy and former Deputy Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. Eyal Zamir.

Eyal Zamir or Herzi Halevi to replace Aviv Kohavi in January; Yoel Strick dropped following fresh interviews; AG greenlit selection process despite upcoming election

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After reading classified dossier, Gali Baharav-Miara says despite legal difficulties, there's 'urgency' for next chief of staff to enter role at start of 2023

In 74-page document titled 'Countering Iran's regional strategy,' Eyal Zamir warns that Tehran-backed militias in Syria would join Hezbollah in battle

Gali Baharav-Miara says final decision will be made 'without foreign interferences,' after Likud lawmakers call for her ouster

Military legal opinion claims process can continue during caretaker government, sparking Likud threat to discard attorney general if she gives defense minister green light

Gantz insists appointment is 'critical impact on the security of the state'; says he'll consult with everyone who's relevant to the process, including ex-premier Netanyahu

Right-wing and religious parties file letter to attorney general requesting she not approve senior permanent appointments before next coalition is formed