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Netanyahu Fires Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant
Mr. Gallant had differed with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu several times over Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel fired his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, on Tuesday after disagreements between the two men over Israel’s prosecution of the war in the Gaza Strip.
Mr. Netanyahu’s decision to sideline Mr. Gallant, a powerful figure within his own party, Likud, is a dramatic step for the prime minister. But Mr. Gallant had increasingly been viewed as an internal opponent, and he has been one of the main voices of moderation within the government on security issues.
Immediately after the announcement, made by Mr. Netanyahu in a video statement issued by his office, Mr. Gallant wrote on social media that “Israel’s security has always been and will always be my life’s mission.” He did not directly address his dismissal.
This is a developing story.
