NAZA Documentary Backlash: Why Is Yuval Abraham & Rachel Szor’s Gaza Documentary Facing Criticism In Israel?

British-produced documentary NAZA has become one of the most talked-about films at the 2026 Venice Film Festival. The film received a record-breaking 24.5-minute standing ovation after its premiere and went on to win the Special Jury Prize. However, its reception has been sharply divided, with Israeli political and military officials criticising the documentary and its filmmakers. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...