Benny Gantz, the Israeli Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, has been in the news for his involvement in high-stakes diplomatic negotiations, military decisions, and responses to security threats. He has faced challenges such as potential sanctions on Israeli military units accused of rights abuses, hostage situations with Hamas, and tensions on the northern border. Gantz has been at the forefront of decision-making regarding potential ground offensives, ceasefire agreements, and responses to attacks by Palestinian militant groups.
Born on June 9, 1959, Benjamin "Benny" Gantz is a former Israeli soldier who served as the 20th Chief of General Staff of the Israel Defense Forces before transitioning to a career in politics. He co-founded the Blue and White party and has held key positions in the Israeli government, including Minister of Defense and Alternate Prime Minister. Gantz is known for his military background, strategic thinking, and leadership skills, which have been tested in navigating complex security challenges and diplomatic negotiations in the region.
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14 months after briefly losing his job, the defense minister again challenges his boss, demanding real plans to replace Hamas, no Gaza occupation, and less of the personal politics
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Benny Gantz, a centrist member of leadership, presented the prime minister with an ultimatum that demanded a plan for the future of Israel’s war.
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All units still eligible for US military aid, Washington says after it identifies abuses committed before Gaza war.
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War cabinet minister sustains injury during bike ride near kibbutz; accident comes after national security minister, Ben Gvir, hurt in car crash
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Washington is considering to impose sanctions on the Israeli military unit accused of rights abuse against Palestinians.
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This month’s unprecedented direct attacks between Iran and Israel are revealing deeper insights into both militaries
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Polls suggest Gantz’s party would come top in any election, making him favourite to take over Benjamin Netanyahu as PM.
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Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman discusses latest in hostage negotiations, why Netanyahu is talking about dates for Rafah operation and how Israel handled humanitarian aid
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English readout from war cabinet minister's meetings in London says PM stressed Israeli support for solutions to current humanitarian crisis, while Hebrew statement mum on issue
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The former PM said Israel as the occupying power was responsible
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Hamas on Thursday left Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo where there was no sign of progress just days before the start of Ramadan, while the US said the onus was on the Palestinian militant group to strike…
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Vice President Kamala Harris meets Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz amid growing pressure over Gaza war stance.
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Another senior Hamas figure asserts 'ball is in Israel’s court' to reach agreement, but US says opposite is the case: 'There is a deal on the table... Hamas just needs to take it'
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Israel has threatened to launch a ground offensive in Rafah if Hamas does not release hostages by the start of Ramadan on 10 March.
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Israeli war cabinet members are divided over whether to pursue a full-scale campaign against Hamas or opt for a ceasefire to secure the release of hostages in Gaza.
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Israeli officials warn that the situation on the northern border necessitates change and that the diplomatic hourglass is running out for a negotiated solution.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested that protests by reserve soldiers against his coalition may have been a factor in Hamas's decision to launch an attack on October 7.
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Benjamin Netanyahu publicly blames intelligence chiefs for failing to detect and prevent the Hamas attack on October 7, then retracts his comments and issues an apology.
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Israel's emergency war cabinet is being criticized for its indecision and lack of action in the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
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The Dutch Supreme Court confirmed that Benny Gantz and former Air Force Commander Amir Eshel are protected from civil proceedings in the Netherlands due to 'functional immunity' in a lawsuit brought by Ismail Ziada, who lost six family members in the airstrike.