The latest news and top stories on Yoav Gallant, former Israeli Defence Minister. Known for a 35-year military career, he rose to Major General, commanding elite naval commando unit Shayetet 13 and the Southern Command, playing a key role in Operation Cast Lead. Entering politics in 2015, he held ministerial portfolios including Construction and Education before serving as Defence Minister from 2022 to 2024. His tenure involved leading Israel’s Gaza operations and a public disagreement with Benjamin Netanyahu over judicial reforms. Gallant is currently subject to an International Criminal Court arrest warrant.