Drone Operators Deny Claims of Excessive Force in Gaza Strikes

Drone operators stationed at a command center in the Southern Command have responded to accusations of excessive force, particularly those highlighted in the award-winning film "NZA." The film, which won a prize at the Venice Film Festival, reportedly suggests that approximately 500 individuals were killed in strikes, a claim the operators vehemently deny, stating "There is no such thing." These operators are responsible for numerous strikes and assassinations in the Gaza Strip, including the recent elimination of Nael Abu-Abeid, a Hamas commander in the Rafah brigade. They described the dramatic decision-making moments involved in their operations. One operator commented on the criticism, suggesting that it is "easy to sit at home and preach," implying that those making accusations do not understand the realities of their high-pressure work. The operators are involved in ongoing combat operations as part of the "Swords of Iron War" in the Gaza Strip.