Israel Katz
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Impact: Israel Katz, the Defense Minister of Israel, spearheaded the plan for the 'humanitarian city' in Gaza, directing the military to advance its construction. His proposal is at the center of the controversy.
Jul 14, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
Impact: Israel Katz, the Defense Minister of Israel, proposed and secured government approval to close Army Radio, citing its political content as undermining the military. He is a key figure driving this action.
Dec 21, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, as the Israeli Defence Minister, issued the directive for the Israel Defense Forces to use full force in Lebanon, even during a ceasefire, to protect Israeli soldiers and demolish structures used by Hezbollah.
Apr 19, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defense Minister, announced the completion of the Morag corridor and the vigorous expansion of military activity in Gaza, urging Palestinians to remove Hamas.
Apr 12, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defence Minister, is among the 37 Israeli officials for whom Turkey has issued arrest warrants.
Nov 07, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Israel's cabinet approved a plan to build a defense compound in East Jerusalem on the site of the recently demolished premises of the UNRWA (UNRWA). Israel had seized and demolished the UNRWA (UNRWA) compound last…
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defense Minister, called the decision to build the defense compound one of 'sovereignty, Zionism, and security' and justified it by alleging UNRWA (UNRWA) employees' involvement in the October 7 attacks.
May 17, 2026 · 7 articles
International
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza targeted Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the leader of Hamas's military wing and an alleged architect of the October 7 attack. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed…
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defense Minister, jointly announced the airstrike targeting Izz al-Din al-Haddad, indicating his involvement in the decision-making process for military actions.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
A senior commander of Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force, Malek Ballout, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs. This marks the first Israeli attack on the Lebanese capital since a ceasefire was agreed…
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defense Minister, jointly announced the airstrike that killed Malek Ballout, reinforcing Israel's stance on targeting Hezbollah operatives responsible for attacks on Israeli communities and soldiers.
May 06, 2026 · 24 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defence Minister, threatened to destroy Iran's infrastructure and hunt down its leaders, and confirmed the killing of Majid Khademi.
Apr 06, 2026 · 24 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's defense minister, announced the retrieval of Kidnapping and killing of Nattapong Pinta's body and provided details about the operation.
Jun 07, 2025 · 22 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, has publicly vowed to prevent the Madleen from reaching Gaza, issuing strong statements against the activists.
Jun 08, 2025 · 10 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defence Minister, described France's move as a disgrace and a surrender to terrorism, reinforcing Israel's strong opposition.
Jul 24, 2025 · 36 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, the Defence Minister of Israel, stated that the Israel Defense Forces is operating forcefully in Palestine — Qabatiya and will continue an uncompromising offensive policy against Palestinian terror.
Dec 27, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, described the attacks on Iran as being done 'to remove threats' and warned that Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem is a 'target for elimination'.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, revealed the Israeli government's decision and timeline for eliminating Ali Khamenei, providing key insights into the strategic planning behind the operation.
Mar 06, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, confirmed the strike on Iran's petrochemical facility and vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials.
Apr 05, 2026 · 32 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, confirmed Israel's military involvement in strikes against Iran and highlighted the economic significance of the targeted petrochemical facility.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
International
Israel conducted a military strike in Lebanon — Beirut's southern suburbs, killing Ahmed Ali, a commander of Hezbollah's elite Radwan force. This action, announced by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marks the first such strike…
Impact: Israel Katz, as Israel's Defence Minister, jointly announced the airstrike in Lebanon — Beirut with Benjamin Netanyahu.
May 06, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Israel conducted airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, targeting Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the armed wing chief of Hamas. The strikes killed at least seven Palestinians, including a child and three women, and injured 50 others, hitting…
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, issued a joint statement with Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the targeting of Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the chief of Hamas' military wing and a key architect of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, was killed in a targeted Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip on Friday, May…
Impact: Israel Katz, Defence Minister of Israel, jointly stated with Benjamin Netanyahu that Izz al-Din al-Haddad was targeted, emphasizing the strategic importance of the operation.
May 16, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, the Defence Minister of Israel, co-proposed the declaration and formalization of the 19 new settlements in the West Bank alongside Bezalel Smotrich.
Dec 21, 2025 · 21 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defence Minister, has likened the destruction in southern Lebanon to the scorched-earth policy used in Gaza.
Apr 09, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israeli Defense Minister, initially stated that the bodies of both Yosef AlZayadni and Hamzah Al-Zayyadneh had been recovered, though the military later clarified that Hamzah's identity was not yet determined.
Jan 08, 2025 · 11 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, as the Defence Minister of Israel, is facing demands from hostage families for explanations on how their relatives will be protected.
Jul 21, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, as Defense Minister of Israel, instructed the elimination of Raed Saed, indicating his role in the military decision-making.
Dec 13, 2025 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated that the offensive against Iran was moved forward due to various factors and issued a threat against Iran's next supreme leader.
Mar 05, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israel's defense minister, described the strike on Iran's petrochemical facility as 'powerful' and vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials.
Apr 06, 2026 · 70 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, the Israeli defense minister, vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials following the killing of Maj. Gen. Majid Khademi, indicating an escalation in Israel's military strategy.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Israel has given final approval for a multi-billion dollar plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA advanced fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. This deal, approved by Israel's Ministerial Committee…
Impact: Israel Katz, Defence Minister of Israel, stated that the Iranian conflict demonstrated the air force's power and its decisive role in protecting Israel, necessitating continued force buildup.
May 03, 2026 · 16 articles
International
Impact: Israel Katz, Israeli Defence Minister, confirmed that efforts are underway to free the hostages and that the Israeli delegation left for negotiations in Qatar.
Jan 04, 2025 · 6 articles
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