Yoav Gallant

Yoav Gallant served as Israel's Minister of Defense during a critical period in the country's history, including the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and the subsequent Operation Swords of Iron. A former IDF Major General, Gallant has been a prominent member of the Likud party and has held various positions in Israel's security establishment.

Gallant's tenure as Defense Minister ended in March 2024 when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed him for the second time, sparking widespread protests and international attention. His dismissal came amid disagreements over military strategy, the handling of the war in Gaza, and approaches to the hostage crisis.

During his time as Defense Minister, Gallant played a crucial role in managing Israel's multi-front security challenges, including operations against Hamas in Gaza, confrontations with Hezbollah in the north, and tensions with Iran. He was particularly vocal about the need to return Israeli hostages and frequently provided strategic assessments of Israel's military situations.

A significant aspect of Gallant's legacy involves his stance on military service reform, particularly regarding the ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) community. He approved the issuance of thousands of draft notices to Haredi men, though these efforts faced significant challenges with low compliance rates.

In early 2024, Gallant faced additional international challenges when the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for both him and Prime Minister Netanyahu, related to alleged war crimes in Gaza. This development complicated Israel's diplomatic relations and raised questions about international law enforcement jurisdiction over Israeli officials.

Yoav Gallant

Gallant Challenges Netanyahu on Oct. 7 Timeline

Katz Rejects Gallant's Hamas Criticism

'We're In a Worse Position Than Before': Gallant Drops Bombshell Warning on Iran War

Smotrich Announces Evacuation of Khan al-Ahmar

ICC Denies Issuing Warrants for Smotrich, Ben Gvir

Internal Poll Reveals Likud's Top Pick for Netanyahu Heir

Netanyahu Explodes: “Hague Prosecutor Sued Israel to Deflect From Rape Allegations”

ICC Defies Israel, Upholds Warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

Letter to the Supreme Leader: Yoav Gallant Issues Warning to Khamenei

Gideon Sa'ar to Marco Rubio: Thanks for sanctioning ICC

Trump sanctions four ICC judges

“I Had to Survive for Them”: Freed Hostage Edan Alexander Breaks Silence on Life Underground

Shocking plot: ICC Chief issued warrants to make West abandon Israel

Sex scandal: ICC's Karim Khan accused of sexual assault — Netanyahu arrested just days later

International law: Israel establishes legal team to defend soldiers abroad

ICC Silences Prosecutor Karim Khan on New Warrants in Palestine Probe

Israel Hayom: ICC rejects appeal to rescind warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant, but sends to lower court

Without trial, Without proof: Israeli filmmaker held by Shin Bet for 5 months

Gallant’s bold claim: "War in Gaza is the only way to save hostages"

National shutdown by protesters? "The measures will be much harsher and longer"

Worse Than Hamas: Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor are 2026's Kapos

Houthis Seize Bab al-Mandab Strait

IDF Destroys Ali Taher Ridge Complex

Toddler Falls in Bnei Brak, Hospitalized

IDF Destroys Hezbollah Underground Network