IDF Chief quits
The resignation of Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi as the head of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) serves as a striking example of leadership accountability in the wake of a national security failure. Acknowledging his responsibility for the lapses that led to the devastating Hamas attack on 7 October 2023, General Halevi’s decision underscores the burden of command and the need for institutional introspection during crises. In his resignation letter, the military chief candidly admitted that the IDF had “failed in its mission to protect the citizens of Israel.”
His acceptance of this failure, coupled with his promise to deliver a thorough internal inquiry before his departure on March 6, reflects a commitment to transparency and reform. General Halevi’s words, “My responsibility for the terrible failure accompanies me every day, every hour, and will be so for the rest of my life”, highlight the personal and professional toll such events take on military........
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