Israeli War Cabinet Disbanded Following Key Resignations

Gantz, a former general, is central to the opposition in a government comprised of far right and religious parties. His departure and that of observer member Gadi Eisenkot fueled expectations that the cabinet was set to break up.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to say his war cabinet has disbanded after a spokesman later confirmed a decision was made Monday. The cabinet was formed in a response to Hamas terrorist strikes October 7 to have a united front of political decisions during the conflict in Gaza. The move only is just days after the Opposition leader pulled out of the cabinet using disagreements over the post-war future of Gaza.

Gantz, a former general, is central to the opposition in a government comprised of far-right and religious parties. His departure and that of observer member Gadi Eisenkot fueled expectations that the cabinet was set to break up.

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At the same time, the investigation still not is completed for the deaths of eight IDF soldiers during a very grave incident with an anti-tank missile in Rafah, southern Gaza. Initial reports seem to suggest that an open door against protocol on the Namer armored personnel carrier led to the fatalities. The IDF is actively investigating.

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