Gantz set to question IDF officials who bypassed him to talk to PM

• Author: JERUSALEM POST STAFF
• Published date: 01 October 2021
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

Kohavi was aware of the discussions, but Toledano did not coordinate with or notify Gantz's office about the meetings as is required of him, as all meetings between the political echelon and senior officers must be approved by the Defense Ministry.

Haaretz first reported about Toledano's meetings with Meir in August. The two discussed foreign policy and security issuess, including agreements with Gaza and the manner in which the Qatari money would be transferred for Hamas workers in Gaza. According to the report, Gantz is concerned that Kohavi allowed the prime minister to create a direct line to IDF officials behind his back.

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The IDF Spokesperson's Unit told Haaretz in response that the discussions had received the approval of the chief of staff as required, although sources connected to Gantz said the defense minister needed to be updated as well.

The Prime Minister's Office told Haaretz that...