Former IDF chief of staff left his successor a network-based war machine The IDF’s definition of victory has been changed to mean maximum destruction of enemy capabilities rather than seizing land; Herzi Halevi’s challenge is to keep ground forces modernization programs going strong. Yaakov Lappin Feb. 14, 2023
Herzi Halevi becomes 23rd IDF chief of staff In a swearing-in ceremony, Halevi was promoted to the rank of lieutenant general, officially taking over from Aviv Kochavi. Jan. 16, 2023
On the eve of his departure, an interview with IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi Israel's outgoing chief of staff opens up about the Iranian nuclear program, warns against political meddling in the military and summarizes the country's current military environment. Omer Lachmanovitch and Yoav Limor Jan. 16, 2023
Netanyahu discusses military challenges in final meeting with outgoing IDF chief Aviv Kochavi is to be succeeded by Herzi Halevi on Monday. Jan. 15, 2023
IDF chief asks Netanyahu to hear ‘professional view’ before changes to chain of command Report: Designated prime minister told Aviv Kochavi the military’s stance will be heard before any decisions. Dec. 27, 2022
Lapid meets with IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Aviv Kochavi The outgoing prime minister thanked the General Staff and the security establishment for enabling Israelis to go on with their lives. Dec. 15, 2022
IDF chief hints Israel hit Iranian arms convoy on Syria-Iraq border The air strike, near Abu Kamal in eastern Syria, reportedly targeted weapons being smuggled in from Iraq. Dec. 14, 2022
IDF identifies ‘as many targets in a month as it did in a year’ Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Aviv Kochavi sheds light on how artificial intelligence led to an intelligence revolution. Yaakov Lappin Dec. 4, 2022
IDF Chief: We won’t allow any politician to intervene in commanders’ decisions Aviv Kochavi spoke after an investigation into a confrontation between far-left activists and soldiers in Hebron. Nov. 30, 2022
