TV Host Assails Filmmakers of 'NAZA' Documentary

Israeli television host Ofira Assayag released an angry video statement on Monday, fiercely criticizing the creators of the documentary "NAZA," Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shore. Assayag attacked the filmmakers' claims about Israel and the IDF's conduct during the war in Gaza, calling them "bitter people who sought recognition" and accusing them of going to "enemies of Israel."

Assayag questioned the documentary's narrative, asking, "Did we commit genocide?" in reference to the October 7th attacks and subsequent events. She urged the public not to watch the film and stated that its creators should not be allowed back into Israel, suggesting they should move to Iran where she believes they would be applauded.

Her remarks follow a strong response from the IDF and a call from Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar to consider revoking the creators' Israeli citizenship. The filmmakers claim their documentary is based on anonymous testimonies from Israeli military and intelligence personnel.

The film reportedly examines operational methods and decision-making processes within the IDF during the war, including allegations about the use of artificial intelligence in target selection. The IDF has denied these claims, stating the production relies on unverified anonymous sources and that strategic decisions are beyond the knowledge of junior soldiers. The military also clarified that human operators, not AI, make final decisions on strikes, and that all operations adhere to international law, aiming to minimize civilian harm while Hamas operates from civilian areas.