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Israeli PM threatens citizenship loss for those who 'defame' army after 'NAZA' documentary

The award‑winning film 'NAZA' alleges Israeli forces deliberately killed Gaza civilians, prompting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to vow stripping citizenship from anyone who defames the army.

The documentary 'NAZA', co‑directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, has drawn international attention after winning an award at the Venice Film Festival. The film presents anonymous Israeli sources who allege that the Israeli military deliberately killed a large number of civilians in Gaza.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he intends to strip citizenship from anyone who "defames" the Israeli army, directly referencing the accusations raised by the film.

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The film’s allegations have placed it at the centre of a political storm in Israel, pitting the filmmakers against the government’s response to perceived criticism of the armed forces.

Why This Matters

Netanyahu’s threat to revoke citizenship signals a hardening stance against criticism of the military, raising concerns about freedom of expression, legal protections for journalists and filmmakers, and the broader debate over accountability for civilian casualties in Gaza.

Reporting based on verified dispatches from France 24. View primary release ↗
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