nuSep 29, 2026, 09:18

NAZA documentary reveals startling insight into Israeli military tactics

The documentary NAZA features testimonies from former Israeli military and intelligence personnel describing the IDF's use of AI-driven targeting systems that accept high numbers of civilian casualties in Gaza. The film faces strong opposition from the Israeli government, while the directors have experienced personal threats and legal challenges following its production.

The documentary NAZA, directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, presents anonymous testimonies from 24 former Israeli military and intelligence personnel regarding the IDF's tactical use of AI. According to the film, intelligence teams monitor communications in Gaza to identify suspected Hamas members, often utilizing systems that calculate the threshold for acceptable collateral damage. Witnesses claim that strikes are frequently coordinated when targets are at home, even when large numbers of civilians are present, to ensure successful neutralization. The film also documents incidents of targeted fire at civilians seeking food and the systematic burning of homes in Northern Gaza.

While the film highlights the destruction in Gaza, the footage largely focuses on the contrast between these reports and daily life in Tel Aviv. The IDF has rejected the documentary's claims, citing the anonymity of the sources. Meanwhile, filmmakers Abraham and Szor have faced significant backlash, including government-led efforts to strip them of their citizenship and various public threats. The film has not been screened in Israeli cinemas but is scheduled for a worldwide digital release.

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