Israeli prime minister names Israel Katz as new defence minister, citing ‘too many gaps’ between him and Gallant over war management. Netanyahu fires his defence minister, citing 'too many gaps' and a 'crisis of trust' 18:20 The Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fired his defence minister,

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacked his defence minister, Yoav Gallant, on Tuesday, saying he had no trust in him over the management of Israel's ongoing military operations.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, has dismissed his popular defense minister, Yoav Gallant, in a surprise announcement on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. (Abir Sultan/Pool photo via AP) JERUSALEM — Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed his popular defense minister, Yoav Gallant, in a surprise announcement.