Itamar Fleishman addressed the ongoing controversy over the political-military clash, stating that when the political echelon sets policy and the military does not implement it, it is a problem that must not be normalized. He also said he did not say a bad word about Maj. Gen. Avi Blot, contrary to some interpretations.
The statement is part of the ongoing public debate over the political-military relationship in Israel, centered on the role of Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Blot. The Zioneer has reported extensively on the controversy, which began when Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Blot would be replaced, a move that drew opposition from the IDF General Staff. Fleishman's comments add a new voice to the discussion, emphasizing the principle of political supremacy over military implementation.
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