Israeli media reports deepening rift between Netanyahu and army chief over Iran preparations ahead of elections

Tensions between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir have intensified ahead of the Knesset elections, amid disagreements over military preparations involving Iran and reports that Netanyahu intends to dismiss Zamir if he remains in power. Israeli television Channels 12 and 13 reported Monday evening that the dispute had escalated into a confrontation over potential military actions involving Iran and the ongoing Israeli military operation in Hebron. According to Channel 13, Netanyahu said during closed-door discussions, “I will fire the Chief of Staff if I win the election.” Channel 12 also cited sources familiar with the matter who said Zamir was unlikely to remain in his position if Netanyahu were tasked with forming the next […]