Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant sharply criticized former IDF Chief of Staff Yair Golan following Golan’s assertion that the alleged assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would have been a mistake for Israel. Gallant questioned why anyone would be surprised that Israel's adversaries are working to remove Prime Minister Netanyahu and his right-wing government if such views are prevalent within the country's political establishment. Golan previously stated the killing of Khamenei would destabilize the region and potentially lead to wider conflict. Gallant’s statement suggests he views Golan’s perspective as bolstering the arguments of those hostile to Israel. This exchange highlights deep divisions within the Israeli political landscape regarding Iran policy and the broader security situation in the Middle East. The dispute underscores the sensitive nature of discussions surrounding potential actions against Iranian leaders.