Israeli army chief will have to 'execute' govt decisions on Gaza, defence minister says

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that the military is required to execute any government decisions made concerning Gaza. This follows media reports that military chief Eyal Zamir is opposed to a plan for a full occupation of the Gaza Strip, warning it would be a "trap". Katz acknowledged the Chief of Staff's right to express his position but emphasized that once a decision is made by the political leadership, the army must implement it. The comments also came after the prime minister's son accused Zamir of planning a "rebellion and attempted coup" over the disagreement.