Iran uses its vast network of terrorist proxies, such as Hezbollah, Hamas and pro-Iranian terrorist militias in Syria

The mistake was firing Gallant in the first place

As a security hawk and retired IDF general, Gallant is by far the most experienced and senior former military commander in the Netanyahu government

Mediation efforts by Arye Deri reportedly affected the possible compromise

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has yet to sign letter officially terminating Gallant’s role

Israeli President Herzog and former Defense Minister Gallant also deserve credit for urging PM to open real talks, seek compromise

Gallant tweeted: “The security of the State of Israel has always been and will always remain my life’s mission.”

Some Likud party ministers join Gallant’s bid for pause, others call for his removal