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Halevi: IDF now has dual mission of ensuring security and keeping army united

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Several Likud MKs back Gallant’s call to pause overhaul; others urge PM to fire him

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2 Likud lawmakers make clear they support overhaul legislation after urging pause

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PM said to mull firing dissenting defense chief Gallant, tapping Dichter instead

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Bookended by protests, Netanyahu’s London trip overshadowed by overhaul dissent

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