Netanyahu: I understand Galant's disappointment
At the start of the government meeting Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that he "understands the magnitude of General Yoav Galant's disappointment" following the cancellation of his appointment to chief of staff. Netanyahu noted that Galant is "a talented and experienced commander and fighter who contributed a great deal to the country".
Netanyahu also addressed the appointment of Benny Gantz to the position of chief of staff and explained that "there are major shocks in our region. IDF stability is paramount at this time which is why I made the chief of staff decision over the weekend." (Ronen Medzini)
