Netanyahu could fire armed forces chief of staff

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could replace Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi (pictured), Israeli media reported on Tuesday. According to sources, Netanyahu agreed to appoint a different military leader in discussions with the potential new Defense Minister Gideon Sa’ar. Netanyahu is rumored to beĀ planning to sackĀ current Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and replace him with Sa’ar, although the timing of the decision is unknown. It is also unclear whether Netanyahu and Sa’ar would dismiss Halevi or let him resign.