Israel Katz

'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.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir

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

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

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

IDF soldiers operating throughout the Gaza Strip, July 29, 2025.

Israel forms c'mttee to evaluate mental health support for veterans


IDF bombs largest Hezbollah precision missile factory in Lebanon to block terror org. rebuidling

Katz said, "Any attempt by the terror organization to rehabilitate, to reconstitute itself, or to threaten [Israel] will be answered with uncompromising power."

Explosion following IDF strike on largest Hezbollah precision missile facility in Lebanon.

Ministers, MKs, settler organization demand tour of northern Gaza to explore settlement

Among the signatories calling for Defense Minister Israel Katz to facilitate a tour of north Gaza were six government ministers, including Itamar Ben-Gvir, Shlomo Karhi, and Amichai Eliyahu.

Israeli right-wing activists take part in a rally organized by settlers groups to promote Israel's resettling in Gaza, on the Israeli side of the Israel-Gaza border, near the border, July 30, 2025.

Holon to hold demolition ceremony for buildings damaged by Iran, residents furious

Rather than holding a somber memorial, the Holon Municipality has chosen to cast the event as a celebration of recovery—complete with media coverage, prominent guests, and presenters.

View of the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Holon, June 19, 2025

Netanyahu slams UN: Israel has always allowed minimal Gaza aid, now it's official

Netanyahu, speaking from the Israel Air Force's Ramon Air Base claimed that the UN is "creating an excuse and lie about Israel," by saying that Israel is not allowing humanitarian aid to enter Gaza.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against backdrop of IDF soldiers at war in Gaza (illustration).

'We'll reach you personally': Katz threatens Khamenei from IAF base

Katz's comments came during a visit to Ramon Air Base, praising the fighter jet crews for their role in Operation Rising Lion. He has previously threatened Khamenei's life in recent weeks.

 (L-R) Defense Minister Israel Katz, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Hamas claims group submitted ceasefire response, anti-Druze, antisemitic hate speech online rises

Canada calls for immediate UN-aid resumption • Rubio discusses Syrian ceasefire, Gaza Strip, West Bank security situation with Jordanian counterpart

Illustrative image of Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

Defense Minister discusses potential for renewed campaign against Iran

Katz emphasized maintaining Israel’s air superiority from Operation Rising Lion and called for an enforcement plan to prevent Iran's nuclear and missile program restoration.

Defense Minister Israel Katz during a situational assessment held with senior Israeli military leaders on July 22, 2025.

Israeli Medical Association urges more medical equipment, aid to Gazans in letter to Katz

The chairman of the Israel Medical Association warned of the risk of widespread famine in Gaza and the potential for serious harm to innocent civilians.

Palestinians walking at the market in Gaza City, on July 21, 2025.

IDF strikes Houthi targets in Yemen's Hodeidah in retaliation for ballistic missile attacks

The last time the IDF responded to almost regular Houthi missile attacks on Israel was July 7, with that attack having little impact on ending attacks from Yemen.

 An IAF jet takes off to carry out a counterstrike against Yemen on May 5, 2025.

Defense Minister Katz pushes bill improving IDF soldiers' conditions

According to Katz, the bill will improve the service of all soldiers, "who fight like lions for Israel's security."

 Defense Minister Israel Katz attends a state memorial ceremony for Operation Protective Edge at the National Memorial Hall at the entrance to the military cemetery on Mount Herzl, July 6, 2025

'Syrian Jihadist groups' targeting Druze today will target Israel tomorrow, Katz tells Ted Cruz

Defense Minister Israel Katz said southern Syria would remain a demilitarized zone despite Israel allegedly allowing Syrian forces a limited presence in Sweida.

 Defense Minister Israel Katz meets with Senator Ted Cruz to discuss Syria.