Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi stated, "We are in a long war, and we are determined to continue it," as the Israeli assault on Gaza persists. Halevi is facing criticism from Israeli officials, particularly from National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, regarding the new appointments in the Israeli army, which were approved by Israeli Defense Minister Boaz Galant upon Halevi's recommendation, indicating the depth of disagreements within the Israeli military establishment.