Netanyahu makes surprise defense minister change amid Gaza conflict developments

Israeli PM replaced key cabinet member due to trust issues‚ as military actions continue in Gaza region. Over 100 patients await evacuation while French diplomatic efforts aim to ease regional situation

November 5 2024 , 08:00 PM  •  542 views

Netanyahu makes surprise defense minister change amid Gaza conflict developments

Benjamin Netanyahu made an unexpected move by removing Yoav Gallant from his defense-minister position‚ naming Israel Katz as replacement (a decision linked to long-standing disagreements about war-related choices)

The shake-up happened while israeli forces stepped-up their actions in northern Gaza: multiple air-strikes hit different locations causing numerous casualties in Beit-Lahiya and nearby areas. The military dropped warning-papers asking locals to move south for safety reasons

The security of the state of Israel always was and will always remain my lifeʼs mission

Gallant stated after his dismissal

In the occupied territories‚ israeli forces conducted a large-scale operation that led to multiple arrests. The conflict that started about 13 months ago continues affecting both regions — Gaza Strip and West Bank‚ with casualties reaching over 43‚000 Palestinians and 1‚200 Israelis

A WHO representative confirmed plans for moving more than 100 sick people (including kids with serious injuries) out of Gaza tomorrow. Meanwhile‚ French diplomats prepare to visit the area after US elections to help find peaceful solutions

The military reported finding weapons in Rafah area and said its forces dealt with armed groups in central Gaza; however local medics reported strikes hitting residential areas in several towns including Deir Al-Balah and Al-Zawayda