Israeli Chief of Military Staff Herzi Halevi announced on Tuesday his resignation, calling on the Prime Minister Benhjamin Netanyahu and the rest of the members of the Security Cabinet to take a similar action.

In his resignation letter, Halevi indicated that he would assume the responsibility for the failure on October 7, 2023, affirming that the Army failed to defend ‘Israel’.

He acknowledged his failure to protect Israel’s security on October 7, which led to great human and material losses. He stressed that he bears full responsibility for this failure, which will haunt him throughout his life.

We suffered heavy casualties and the war left many of our soldiers and their families with wounds and scars, Halevi said.

Halevi explained that the goals of the war have not yet been fully achieved, stressing the continuation of efforts to dismantle Hamas’ capabilities and return all the kidnapped. He pointed out that he has begun extensive investigations to learn lessons and strengthen the army’s capabilities, stressing that these investigations are proceeding accurately and comprehensively.

According to Israeli media, Halevi’s resignation will take effect on March 6.

Following the resignation of the Chief of Staff, Yisrael Beiteinu Party Chairman Avigdor Lieberman called on the Prime Minister and the rest of the members of the Security Cabinet to resign

“I call on the Prime Minister and the rest of the members of the Security Cabinet to take responsibility and leave their positions.”

In another blow to the Zionist Army, Chief of Southern Military Command, Lieutenant General Yaron Finkelman, submitted resignation, saying failure will remain engraved in his memory for the rest of his life.

Source: Al-Manar English Website