role he will begin in 2027, "subject to an operational situation assessment." Bar Kalifa currently heads the Personnel Directorate. He previously commanded the 36th Division during months of fighting against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Additionally, Zamir announced a list of senior appointments, including three new brigadier generals and 11 new colonels, along with two brigadier generals and 23 colonels moving to new roles at the same rank. Another 19 senior officers are being sent to studies between roles. The list of appointment is still pending Katz's approval.

