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Former IDF Chief Slams Netanyahu Over Gaza Strategy

1/21/2026

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  • Gadi Eisenkot, the former IDF chief of staff, criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failing to dismantle Hamas's military capabilities and urged a Gaza demilitarization plan.
  • IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir warned a soldier shortage is harming readiness and urged extending mandatory service.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced scrutiny after asking U.S. President Donald Trump to postpone an Iran attack, citing concerns about Israel's air defense readiness.