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Israeli Film on Gaza Sparks Controversy, Culture Minister Threatens Filmmakers
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An Israeli documentary about Gaza, 'NAZA,' received acclaim at the Venice Film Festival but sparked controversy in Israel, with the Culture Minister threatening filmmakers. The IDF also reported a soldier broke rules filming a Palestinian shooting.
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- Israeli documentary 'NAZA' about Gaza received a standing ovation at Venice.
- Israel's Culture Minister threatened to revoke citizenship of the film's creators.
- Over a thousand Israeli filmmakers signed a petition supporting the 'NAZA' creators.
- IDF stated a soldier filmed shooting a Palestinian broke army rules.
- Malaysia detained Israel-bound shipments, vowing to block military cargo.
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