Israel’s Netanyahu dismisses Defence Minister in surprise announcement
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Israeli PM Netanyahu dismisses defense minister Yoav Gallant, sparking controversy and protests, after repeated disagreements during Gaza war.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed his popular Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, in a surprise announcement.
Netanyahu and Gallant have repeatedly been at odds throughout the war in Gaza. But Netanyahu had avoided firing his rival.
A previous attempt to fire Gallant in March 2023 sparked widespread street protests against Netanyahu.
The prime minister announced his decision late Tuesday.
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