Israeli Military Rejects "NAZA" Film Allegations, Questions Witness Credibility

The Israeli military has responded to accusations presented in the film "NAZA," dismissing some testimonies as exceeding the expected knowledge of junior soldiers and questioning the credibility of accounts related to military intelligence personnel. The military stated that certain narratives presented in the film do not align with the typical duties of intelligence officers.

The military also pointed out inaccuracies in the film's use of legal terminology by non-legal professionals and highlighted internal contradictions within some testimonies. Specifically, the military objected to claims that equate unintentional damage from lawful attacks with intentional harm or "genocide," asserting this demonstrates a misunderstanding of legal concepts.

According to the military's official narrative, operations in Gaza aim to protect Israeli civilians and combat armed groups like Hamas, while adhering to international law and the laws of armed conflict. The military claims its forces take unprecedented measures to minimize civilian harm, contrasting this with Hamas's alleged systematic use of civilian areas for military purposes.

Regarding allegations of violations by soldiers, the military emphasized its commitment to investigating specific suspicions through established mechanisms and holding individuals accountable if wrongdoing is proven. Soldiers are obligated to report any observed violations, and this applies to individuals whose testimonies were featured in the film if they witnessed such events.

The military also refuted claims that artificial intelligence systems make strike decisions, stating that target selection and approval are solely human-driven, following approved military procedures and directives. The military reiterated that all operational decisions are human responsibilities and that any allegations of legal violations must be examined through independent investigative and enforcement channels.