Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir on Friday announced a coordinated process to appoint a successor to outgoing Military Advocate General Major General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi. The move comes after Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned this week, acknowledging she had authorized the release of a video showing the mistreatment of a Palestinian detainee — a disclosure that triggered public and institutional controversy.
Under the newly outlined process, Zamir will prepare a list of candidates for the role, and Katz will choose the final appointee. In a joint statement, the two leaders said the decision aims to ensure “immediate stability in the Military Advocate General,” stressing their responsibility to maintain continuity in the IDF’s legal system and protect the interests of Israeli soldiers.
Tomer-Yerushalmi, who served as the IDF’s top legal officer, faced growing scrutiny after confirming she approved the circulation of a video depicting abuse against a detainee. Her departure opens a key military leadership role at a sensitive time, as Israel navigates legal oversight responsibilities amid ongoing regional tensions.
The new appointment process will proceed in the coming days, with defense officials signaling urgency to restore stability within the military justice framework.
