Israel's Netanyahu fires defence minister over 'trust' breakdown

Jerusalem (AFP) Nov 5, 2024

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired his defence minister Tuesday after public differences over the war in Gaza, replacing him with the country's former top diplomat. The surprise move to sack Yoav Gallant - a hawk on the war against Hezbollah but who also pushed for a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza - came as voters choose a new president in the United States, Israe