Netanyahu fires national security chief

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu replaced his National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi after reported disagreements over policies during the war in Gaza.

"Prime Minister Netanyahu informed me today of his intention to appoint a new head of the National Security Council. In light of this, my term as national security adviser and head of the National Security Council ends today," Hanegbi said.

Shortly afterwards, the prime minister’s office said in a statement that Netanyahu will appoint deputy head of the National Security Council, Gil Reich, as acting head of the council.

In his statement, Hanegbi also called for a “thorough investigation” of the failures leading to the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, admitting he shares responsibility.