02.02.2025 19:31
The tasks that the new Chief of Staff of Israel, Eyal Zamir, will undertake have been revealed. According to reports in the country's media, Zamir will prepare for the possibility of a potential conflict with Turkey.
The new name to fill the Chief of General Staff position vacated by Herzi Halevi in Israel has been announced. Retired Major General Eyal Zamir has been appointed as Chief of General Staff by the decision of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz.
NEW CHIEF OF GENERAL STAFF IN ISRAEL ASSIGNED "TURKEY" MISSION
It is noted that Zamir is a close associate of Netanyahu, and a striking news article was published in the Israeli Maariv newspaper. The article mentioned Zamir's new responsibilities. Accordingly, preparing for potential conflicts between Turkey and Israel is stated to be among Zamir's most important duties.
ISRAEL IN PANIC
After the Baath regime in Syria was overthrown by Turkey-backed opposition and HTS, Israel, which is in a state of panic, has positioned itself in the Golan Heights, which is Syrian territory. In the report prepared by the Nagel Committee, it was emphasized that Israel should be prepared for the potential risk of war with Turkey. It was noted that Zamir's mission includes being ready for multi-threat campaigns, including the fight against Iran and potential conflicts with Turkey.
WILL INCREASE DEFENSE BUDGET AGAINST TURKEY
Israel also announced that it would increase its defense budget to up to $4.14 billion over the next year to cope with the "challenges posed by Turkey." The report prepared by the Nagel Committee emphasized that air defense should be strengthened against the potential threat of war with Turkey, including F-35 fighter jets, refueling aircraft, drones, short-medium range Iron Dome, the David's Sling produced in cooperation with the USA, Arrow systems, and the Iran Beam laser-based missile system.