Israel: former intelligence head Herzi Halevi named as army chief

Halevi will replace Lieutenant General Aviv Kochavi who is set to finish his four-year term in January.

The Israeli government has confirmed Major General Herzi Halevi, a former military intelligence head who led forces along the Gaza border, as the country's next military chief.

Halevi, 54, who serves as deputy to outgoing Chief of General Staff Aviv Koh…