Eyal Zamir

Secret Israel-US Pentagon talks focused on intelligence sharing as Iran tensions rise - exclusive

During a quiet visit to Washington, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met senior US military leaders in closed-door talks tied to Iran and regional security, according to diplomatic sources.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine in a previous meeting.
CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper meets with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir on January 24, 2026.

IDF chief Eyal Zamir makes secret DC visit, talks Iran military options with US officials

The countdown clock in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, seen after it was stopped on January 27, 2026.

Now that all hostages are home, Israel must open inquiry into October 7 massacre - editorial

Itzik Gvili, father of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, places his hands on the coffin containing his son's remains, January 26, 2026.

'Hero of Kibbutz Alumim': Israel reacts to news of final hostage Ran Gvili's return


Education Ministry mulls mandatory display of PM's photo in classrooms

The Education Ministry considers a new policy requiring portraits of government officials in classrooms, sparking debate amid rising political tensions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 5, 2026.

IDF spox.: Iran protests an internal matter, but Israel ready to respond to surprise attack

IDF Spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin reiterated that Israel sees the Iranian protests as an internal matter, stressing Israel's readiness for any potential Iranian attack.

IDF spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin is seen in a switch-over ceremony in Tel Aviv, Israel, March 27, 2025

AI, robots, space, and defensive 'beepers': IDF chief advances five-year plan for Israel's military

The IDF’s new five-year plan, spearheaded by Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir includes groundbreaking advances in AI, robotics, and space defense, aiming to revolutionize Israel’s military capabilities.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest site, in Jerusalem's Old City, April 29, 2025.

Iran protests an internal issue but Israel ready to strike back, IDF chief Eyal Zamir believes

If Tehran attacks Israel, the IDF plans to strike back with immense power to ensure the country is safe and secure.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir seen on November 3, 2025

IDF's 500th Armored Brigade to be re-established mid-2026, fully operational by end of 2027

Disbanded in 2003, the 500th Armored Brigade is set to return under Southern Command, restoring a unit once linked to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir speaking with two IDF tanks in the background, May 2025; illustrative.

'Disconnected from reality': IDF officers criticize Eyal Zamir in closed Ground Forces forum

Senior IDF officers accused Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir of being detached from field realities and harming reservist motivation.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen.Eyal Zamir addresses an IDF Ground Forces forum, December 31, 2025.

IDF launches broad probe into Gaza war phases after October 7

A new IDF review will examine multiple Gaza war phases since October 7, including why Hamas regrouped after invasions and how commands performed across the campaign.

The IDF 13th Golani Battalion together with the 7th Armored Brigade seen withdrawing their positions in Gaza, back into Israel October 10, 2025.

High Court freezes government move to shutter Army Radio pending ruling

Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the decision to shutter the military broadcaster last week, with the closure slated to take effect in March.

 View of the IDF's Army Radio station headquarters in Jaffa, November 12, 2025

All steps to shutter Army Radio should be halted, A-G urges, in opposition to gov’t decision

“The decision is laden with errors,” Baharav-Miara said, noting that the court is expected to hear the case by the end of January.

Israeli attorney general Gali Baharav Miara at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem

Zamir orders 'War of Revival' be used on all IDF documents referring to Israel-Hamas War - KAN

The policy was implemented to "ensure linguistic uniformity,” KAN reported, and will be utilized in all future IDF statements, ceremonies, and speeches. 

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israeli soldiers near the Gaza border, October 9, 2025