BG Kobi Heller
Brigadier General Kobi Heller is a senior IDF officer currently serving as the Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division. He is responsible for military operations and security coordination in the region during a period of heightened terror activity.
Brigadier General Kobi Heller is a prominent figure in the Israel Defense Forces' operational leadership, specifically within the Central Command. As the Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division (the 877th Division), BG Heller oversees one of the IDF's most complex territorial commands, involving daily counter-terrorism operations, protection of Israeli communities, and coordination with various security branches. His role is critical in maintaining regional stability and responding to evolving threats from armed groups in Palestinian urban centers and rural areas.
In June 2026, BG Heller was documented leading field assessments following a significant terror attack in the Samaria sector. His presence at the scene alongside Major General Avi Bluth (Head of Central Command) underscores the high-level military attention directed toward the current surge in domestic security challenges. Under his command, the division has been tasked with intensifying defensive measures and proactive raids to dismantle terror infrastructure while navigating the friction inherent in the region's security landscape. BG Heller's leadership is characterized by a hands-on approach to field command and a focus on operational readiness in the face of multi-front escalations affecting the Israeli heartland.