NAZA film-makers say they spoke to more than 100 sources about Israeli actions in Gaza
Summary
The filmmakers behind the documentary NAZA say they interviewed over 100 people familiar with Israeli military targeting in Gaza. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) rejected the film’s claims, saying it contains serious errors and misrepresents their procedures for avoiding civilian harm during strikes.Key Facts
- NAZA examines Israeli military targeting policies in Gaza and civilian casualties.
- The filmmakers talked to more than 100 sources, including senior commanders and soldiers involved in targeting decisions.
- The IDF says the film has many factual mistakes and relies on incomplete accounts from some military personnel.
- Israel’s military states it uses rules to avoid targeting civilians and requires commanders to approve strikes considering civilian risk.
- The IDF denies approving any strikes expecting high numbers of civilian deaths.
- Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, have criticized the film and called for legal action against the filmmakers.
- The Guardian, which helped produce the film, stands by its reporting and source verification.
- The debate spotlights the use of AI by the IDF in target selection during the Gaza conflict.
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