Israel Bramson, head of the Kiryat Arba-Hebron Council, on Monday praised Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth for his decisive security work and full cooperation in advancing settlement in Judea and Samaria, according to Channel 12. The statement is the latest in a series of endorsements from local leaders in the region backing Bluth amid the controversy over his dismissal.
Kirya Arba-Hebron Council head Israel Bramson on Monday morning issued a statement expressing deep appreciation for Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, the head of IDF Central Command, citing his "decisive and dedicated work for security" and "full cooperation for establishing settlement" in the region.
The statement is the latest in a wave of support from local leaders in Judea and Samaria, following similar endorsements earlier today from the Samaria deputy council head, the Gush Etzion council head, and the Yesha Council umbrella organization, which also announced a meeting with Defense Minister Israel Katz this afternoon. The endorsements come amid the controversy over Defense Minister Katz's decision to replace Bluth, a move that has drawn criticism from figures across the political spectrum.
As The Zioneer reported Monday morning, the Samaria deputy council head called Bluth "the best OC Central Command the settlement movement has had in 20 years," and the Gush Etzion council head expressed his support in a Facebook post.
- StrongYesha Council backs Bluth, announces meeting with Katz this afternoon
- DevelopingSamaria deputy council head backs Central Command chief Blot as 'best for settlement'
- DevelopingGush Etzion council head Yaron Rosenthal backs Central Command chief Avi Bluth
- DevelopingAriel Mayor Yair Shevton criticizes manner of Avi Bluth's dismissal, praises his service
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