IDF Chief of Staff Rejects 'Blood Libel' Claims in 'NezA' Film
Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Aviv Kochavi has again addressed the film "NezA," stating that the IDF will not allow "blood libels and lies disguised as investigative journalism" to undermine Israel's right to self-defense. He emphasized that the allegations and events presented in the film were not brought to the IDF's attention, making a serious and professional response difficult.
Kochavi acknowledged the military's commitment to learning from criticism and doubt, noting the IDF's ongoing efforts to investigate, correct, and improve. He affirmed the military's openness to receiving and examining legitimate criticism.
However, he distinguished between constructive feedback and what he termed "false, manipulative, and baseless slander," asserting that such attacks do not constitute legitimate criticism, even if met with "hypocritical applause."
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