Uzi Dayan (born January 4, 1948) is a former Israeli general, military officer, and politician. He is the nephew of legendary Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Dayan. Dayan enlisted in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in 1966 and rose through the ranks, participating in major conflicts including the Six-Day War, Yom Kippur War, and operations in Lebanon. He commanded elite units such as Sayeret Matkal and served in key positions including head of the Operations Directorate and Chief of Military Intelligence from 1998 to 2001 (with service extending to 2002). After retiring from the military in 2002, he served as National Security Advisor under Prime Minister Ariel Sharon until 2003. Transitioning to politics, Dayan founded the 'Protect Our Heritage' organization in 2003 to oppose Israel's disengagement from Gaza, reflecting his right-wing nationalist views. He entered electoral politics with the centrist Shinui party in 2003 but later aligned with Likud. Dayan was elected to the Knesset as a Likud member in 2020, serving until 2021, where he focused on security and settlement issues. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his strategic expertise but also criticized for his staunch opposition to territorial concessions. He continues to comment on national security matters and advocate for strong defense policies.