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'Whoever raises their hand against Israel will have their hand cut off,' Israel Katz warns Houthis

Defense Minister Israel Katz warned the Houthi terrorists following the launch of a missile, which triggered sirens across central Israel, including Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, on Sunday afternoon.

Police troopers chant slogans as they join protesters, predominantly Houthi supporters, during a demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, in Sanaa, Yemen August 15, 2025.
 IDF chief Eyal Zamir, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Israel Katz seen during a military briefing, in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 30, 2025

Netanyahu, Zamir's spar over Gaza operations leaves IDF chief as winner in the public eye - poll

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Israel Katz says Lebanon's Aoun responsible for Hezbollah violations after IDF strike

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sits next to foreign minister Israel Katz during a cabinet meeting

Blame Zamir: Netanyahu's latest front in his war on responsibility, democracy - opinion


Grapevine, August 15, 2025: Of stability and security

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

FIRST GRADER Elkana Hadad (right) poses proudly with his new school bag, his mother Asia and his younger brother.

Hamas mulls possible resumption of hostage negotiations

Israel has not ruled out the possibility of sending a delegation for talks on a potential deal, but has made clear that no decision has been made yet.

Outline of Hamas terrorists standing against backdrop of Israeli demonstrators calling for an immediate hostage deal. (illustration)

'A little humility wouldn't hurt': Katz defends control over senior IDF appointments

Katz clarified that he would continue to accompany and guide the IDF and security establishment with close supervision.

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

France, Germany, UK to reinstate sanctions on Iran, Israel rescues couple from Indonesia

UN puts Israel on notice over conflict-related sexual violence • Pro-Palestinian activists vandalize GHF director's house • Paris air controller who shouted 'free Palestine' to El Al pilots suspended

 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) bids farewell to French President Emmanuel Macron following a joint military visit to the Northwood Headquarters Northwood, on July 10, 2025 in London, England.

Israel Katz blocks reshuffle of military command in new clash with IDF chief

Sources close to Katz stated that Zamir did not consult or coordinate with him prior to the reshuffle, and therefore, the minister has decided that he will not approve the appointments.

 Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. March 25, 2025.

IDF chief to hold readiness assessment for all combat units following surprise exercise

The IDF chief announced the review following a surprise readiness drill, which was aimed at identifying whether the lessons that were learned from Oct. 7 were implemented.

IDF leaders at 'Dawn' readiness test

Threat of West Bank terror down 80%, Katz credits IDF's 'powerful offensive' policy

Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams refugee camps were "hotbeds of terrorism built with Iranian financing, arms, and guidance, Katz claimed.

Defense Minister Israel Katz with IDF soldiers in the West Bank; illustrative.

Hostage survivors, family members hold Kabbalat Shabbat outside Katz home

"I would give everything to see my Matan beside me tonight,” Zangauker said.

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'It is his right, duty to express his opinion': Katz defends Zamir in response to PM's son

“As the defense minister appointed by the government to oversee the IDF, it is my responsibility to ensure things are carried out - and so they will be.”

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz attend a meeting of the Knesset plenum earlier this month. Now is not the time to rush headlong into a ceasefire with Hamas, the writer argues.

'Professional over political': Sa'ar pushes against demands that Zamir comply with gov't on Gaza

Sa’ar wrote that IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir “is required to express his professional opinion clearly and unequivocally to the political echelon.”

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir

'IDF will carry out government policy,’ says Katz, amid Gaza occupation rumors

The ministry noted that during the visit, Katz “coalesced his stance” regarding the next security and diplomatic steps Israel needs to take “in order to actualize the goals of the war."

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.