News From Israel

• Katz blasts 'political campaign' over Bluth controversy August 3, 2026
  Defense Minister Israel Katz accuses critics of spreading 'outright lie' after reports claimed he sought to dismiss Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, insisting the appointment of Bluth's successor had been underway for months.
• Yesha Council backs both Bluth and Katz amid controversy August 3, 2026
  In the wake of the defense minister's sharp public rebuke of Maj. Gen. Bluth, Yesha Council extends its backing to both parties. 'Dismissing Bluth is a grave mistake that harms security,' says Beit El mayor Shai Alon.