Report: IDF chief pushes back on Netanyahu's order
Israeli media report Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military chief Eyal Zamir are at odds over Iran.
France 24 reports: Israeli media report Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military chief Eyal Zamir are at odds over Iran.
An extraordinary confrontation at the top of Israel's leadership, just two days before the election. Zamir reportedly fears government instructions could trigger an immediate military escalation and has demanded written authorisation.
This world story centres on Israel. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include IDF, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Netanyahu.
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- Israel · Middle East
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- IDF, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Netanyahu, Iran
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