Victory Or Defeat?
Israel Hayom: ICC rejects appeal to rescind warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant, but sends to lower court
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Yoav Gallant
Former Israeli Defense Minister who served during Operation Swords of Iron, known for his military expertise and controversial dismissals from Netanyahu's government
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.
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ICC Silences Prosecutor Karim Khan on New Warrants in Palestine Probe
The order comes as Khan prepares to seek warrants against additional Israeli suspects for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in the occupied Palestinian territories, with a focus on activities in Judea and Samaria, according to court insiders.
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Undemocratic Israel
Without trial, Without proof: Israeli filmmaker held by Shin Bet for 5 months
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Gallant Backs Gaza Offensive, Says Force is Key to Freeing Hostages
Gallant’s bold claim: "War in Gaza is the only way to save hostages"
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National shutdown by protesters? "The measures will be much harsher and longer"
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Talk About Slow Bureaucracy
ICC cancels warrant for Mohammad Deif, on account of being dead
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How Netanyahu’s Bold Decision Led to Hezbollah’s Crushing Defeat
Head of Mossad reveals new details on "Beeper Operation"
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Trump is back at it with the sanctions
Trump vs. ICC: US Sanctions Prosecutor Karim Khan After Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Issued
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Their Worst Mistake: Israel's Biggest Security Blunder Revealed
Exclusive: Gallant Tells All in Interview exposing October 7 and Hezbollah Failures
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Wow, That's Cold
Likud on Yoav Gallant: "no longer relevant," "best of luck on the left"
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Half The Country Seems To Agree
Yoav Gallant: Government didn't do everything to return hostages
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"A moment of hope for an entire nation."
"I apologize that it took so long, Welcome home" - Knesset members heartfelt reactions to the 3 hostages released from Gaza
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USA vs. ICC
U.S. House prepares ICC sanctions over Benjamin Netanyahu's arrest warrant
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Preparing for the day after Netanyahu? Likud is conducting primary polls.
Netanyahu’s Future in Question: Likud conducts Primary Polls for Leadership Succession
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Gallant is leaving the Israeli government
Gallant announced: "I will soon resign from the Knesset"
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October 7th victims family blocked from recordings of their daughters murder
Why lie? Murdered observer's father rages "They told us the command post caught fire and there are no recordings"
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Bennett and Gallant to join forces in next elections
Report: Yoav Gallant and Naftali Bennett in talks for a joint run in the elections
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The mountain Israel won't leave
How long will Benjamin Netanyahu hold the Syrian Hermon? Here's what we know
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I See We Want To Continue The Game of Chicken
Iran: "Not impossible" to issue death sentence for Benjamin Netanyahu
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How Draft Notices Became Toilet Paper
Why Haredi teens are shaking in their (non-army) boots
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