IDF chief, in Gaza City, says offensive leading to ‘new opportunities’

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir (center) is seen in Gaza City on September 30, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir (center) is seen in Gaza City on September 30, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)

After US President Donald Trump unveiled his plan to end the war in Gaza, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir says the military is giving Israel’s leadership flexibility “in any decision regarding the conduct of the campaign.”

The remarks are made during a tour of Gaza City, alongside Southern Command chief Maj. Gen. Yaniv Asor, Military Advocate General Maj. Gen. Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, 162nd Division commander, Brig. Gen. Sagiv Dahan and other officers.

Zamir, during a meeting, says that the ongoing offensive in Gaza City “leads to new opportunities and brings us closer to achieving the goals of the war.”

“We must continue to excel in military action and lead with professionalism. The IDF will enable the political echelon flexibility in any decision regarding the conduct of the campaign,” Zamir adds, according to remarks provided by the army.

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