Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's irrational focus on Gaza over larger existential threats is leading the nation toward destruction.
The United States is also on high alert and preparing for a possible attack by Iran targeting Israeli or American assets in the region.
Former IDF official Itzhak Brik criticized the government and military preparedness in the wake of the recent strike in Damascus, noting that the army will not be able to fight on multiple fronts.
Former IDF intelligence analysis chief Itai Brun, who had the role from 2011-2015, has replaced Saar on an emergency and temporary basis
The minister said Israel was preparing for various scenarios and threats against near and distant enemies.
The plan was reportedly aborted after Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, with full backing from IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, vetoed it.
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