All articles tagged with #defense minister
Originally Published 9 days ago — by UNITED24 Media
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has proposed Mykhailo Fedorov, the current Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation, to become the new Minister of Defense, citing his effective work on digitalization and defense tech initiatives, while confirming the continuation of current Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal in a different role.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Financial Times
Israel plans to maintain its military presence in Syrian territory, according to the country's defense minister, highlighting ongoing regional security concerns.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
South Korea is embroiled in a political crisis following President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law, which has led to calls for his impeachment. The martial law commander, Park An-su, testified that he was unaware of the details and did not write the martial law notice. Vice Defence Minister Kim Seon-ho, now acting defence minister, expressed opposition to the martial law and learned about it from the news. The former Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun, who reportedly proposed the martial law, has resigned. The opposition is pushing for Yoon's impeachment, but his ruling party opposes it.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
South Korea's Defense Minister has resigned following controversy over a martial law decree, highlighting political tensions within the government.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A former defense minister has accused Israel of committing war crimes in Gaza, raising serious allegations about the conduct of Israeli military operations in the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Israel's former Defense Minister, recently dismissed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu due to eroded trust, shared his perspective on Israel's objectives in Gaza after meeting with families of Israeli hostages. His comments come amid ongoing tensions following a Hamas attack last year, which continues to influence the conflict in the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by UPI News
Israel's new Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has declared that there will be no cease-fire in Lebanon until Israel's war objectives are met, contradicting earlier statements by the Foreign Minister about progress towards a settlement with Hezbollah. This comes amid ongoing conflict with Iran-backed Hamas in Gaza and cross-border attacks with Hezbollah. Katz emphasized the need to continue military actions to weaken Hezbollah and achieve Israel's goals, which include disarming Hezbollah and ensuring the safe return of northern Israelis displaced by the conflict.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Israel's new Defense Minister, Israel Katz, announced that the country has defeated Hezbollah following the killing of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike. Katz emphasized the importance of maintaining pressure to solidify this victory and expressed hope for Lebanon to normalize relations with Israel. The announcement follows the recent replacement of former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid ongoing conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Israel's Knesset experienced significant turmoil following the appointment of Israel Katz as the new Defense Minister and Gideon Sa'ar as Foreign Minister, after Prime Minister Netanyahu dismissed Yoav Gallant. The opposition protested by leaving the plenum, leading to a session filled with heated exchanges. Katz's appointment sparked widespread protests and social media backlash, with many citizens expressing dissatisfaction. Despite the controversy, the appointments were approved with 58 votes, as opposition members abstained from voting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Protests erupted in Israel following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to dismiss Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The move has sparked widespread public outcry and demonstrations, reflecting deepening political tensions in the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has appointed Israel Katz as the new defense minister, replacing Yoav Gallant. Katz, a hardline ally of Netanyahu, is expected to align closely with the Prime Minister's policies, particularly in the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. Known for his antagonistic stance towards Palestinians and the Palestinian Authority, Katz has held various ministerial roles since 2003 and is seen as supportive of Israel's far-right settlers. His appointment signals a potential shift towards more aggressive military and political strategies in the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant after ongoing disputes over military and political issues, including the handling of hostages in Gaza and ultra-Orthodox military service. The firing has sparked protests in Israel, with demonstrators blocking highways and opposition leaders criticizing the move as politically motivated. Gallant's dismissal comes amid Israel's conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon and has raised concerns about the stability of Netanyahu's coalition government.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a loss of confidence over Gallant's handling of conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. Israel Katz has been appointed as the new defense minister. The decision has sparked protests across Israel and criticism from various quarters, including the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, which condemned the move as undermining efforts to secure a hostage deal. Gallant's dismissal reflects ongoing tensions within Netanyahu's government and disagreements over military strategy in Gaza.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a "crisis of trust" and significant management gaps in their handling of the ongoing military campaign. Foreign Minister Israel Katz will replace Gallant, while Gideon Sa'ar becomes the new foreign minister. This decision follows previous tensions between Netanyahu and Gallant, including a retracted dismissal last year and disagreements over post-war plans for Gaza.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, escalating political tensions within the country. Gallant's removal comes amid internal disagreements over government policies, potentially impacting Israel's defense strategy and political stability.