'Even the lowest-ranking target justified civilian casualties': Israeli intelligence soldiers detail Gaza policy shift
Intelligence and drone personnel describe loosened targeting rules, strikes approved despite the risk of hundreds of civilian casualties, and orders not to question their missions. The IDF disputes their account of its strike approval policy
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has demanded a thorough investigation into the anonymous military sources featured in the acclaimed documentary "NAZA." The film, which won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival, accuses the Israeli army of killing civilians in Gaza using AI-powered targeting systems. According to Netanyahu's office, the chief of staff of the Israeli army, the head of the Shin Bet, and the state attorney have been ordered to launch the probe.
The documentary, which received a standing ovation at the festival, claims to be based on testimony from 24 unnamed Israeli military whistleblowers. However, the Israeli army has categorically rejected the accusations, expressing doubts about the reliability of the anonymous contributors. Netanyahu has previously threatened legislation to strip citizenship from those who defame the state or its army.
The military operation in Gaza, launched in retaliation for Hamas's Oct 7, 2023 attacks, has resulted in over 74,000 casualties, according to the territory's Hamas-controlled health ministry.
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