On his first official day as IDF Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir held a meeting on Thursday with the leaders of regional and local councils in the Gaza border communities, including Shaar Hanegev, Sdot Negev, Eshkol, Sderot, and Hof Ashkelon.
Joining Zamir at the meeting were Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkelman, who currently heads the Southern Command, along with his soon-to-be successor, Maj. Gen. Yaniv Asor. Also present was Maj. Gen. Yaniv Asor, the commander of the Home Front Command.
During discussions with the local officials, Zamir expressed his gratitude for their collaboration and underscored the army’s dedication to safeguarding the region, rebuilding trust, dismantling Hamas, and ensuring the return of the hostages.
“We must defeat Hamas, we are preparing to return to battle. The hostages are our top priority,” Zamir stated.
{Matzav.com}