**Title: NAZA, Israeli Film on Gaza, to Stream for Free After Theatrical Run**
**By: Daniel Khalili-Tari**
**Published On: September 24, 2026**
The documentary "NAZA," directed by Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, is set to become available for free streaming after its theatrical release in over 50 countries. The film, which has garnered significant attention and controversy, accuses the Israeli government of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to conduct mass civilian killings in Gaza.
The film will premiere in the United States on September 30 at the New York Film Festival, with additional screenings planned in countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Canada. Following its theatrical run, viewers will be able to access the documentary on The Guardian’s website starting in November, as the UK newspaper played a role in its production.
In a statement shared on social media platform X, Abraham expressed his awareness of the high demand for the film and his hope that making it available online will facilitate broader access. “We made the film to spark a public discussion about the [Israeli] government’s actions in Gaza, the killing of more than 73,000 people, most of them civilians,” he stated. The title "NAZA," which translates to "collateral damage" in Hebrew, reflects the film's focus on the impact of military actions on civilian populations.
The documentary, which runs for 80 minutes, is the culmination of a nearly three-year investigation into the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It features testimonies from anonymous Israeli military and intelligence sources, who detail the use of an AI system known as Lavender, purportedly employed to identify assassination targets. One source described the experience of using AI for targeting as “insanely fun,” likening it to playing a video game, while another referred to the operations as a “mission.”
The film highlights the extensive surveillance system Israel maintains in Gaza, which monitors communications and movements of individuals within the enclave. According to the testimonies, Lavender uses this data to make targeting decisions, with an alleged error rate of up to 10 percent. Disturbingly, one account revealed that attacks were approved even when it was known that civilian casualties could reach as high as 500.
"NAZA" received the Special Jury Prize at the Venice International Film Festival earlier this month, further increasing its visibility and sparking discussions about the ethical implications of military operations in conflict zones. The documentary has drawn condemnation from various human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Doctors Without Borders, which assert that Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide.
In response to the film's release, Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zoha has called for the filmmakers to be stripped of their citizenship, accusing them of treason. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indicated plans to introduce legislation aimed at revoking the citizenship of individuals who defame Israeli soldiers.
In his post on X, Abraham defended the film's intentions, stating, “Journalism is not betrayal. Criticism is not betrayal. It is the duty of every citizen whose government commits crimes to know, and of every soldier who witnessed them to tell.” He urged Israeli soldiers who may resonate with the film’s content to find the courage to testify about their experiences.
As "NAZA" prepares for its theatrical debut, the film is poised to ignite further debate on the role of technology in warfare and the moral responsibilities of those involved in military operations. The filmmakers hope that the documentary will encourage viewers to engage critically with the ongoing conflict and its devastating consequences for civilians in Gaza.