IDF targeting decision made by highly trained human operatives, not AI, IDF tells 'Post'

The IDF refutes claims from the "NAZA" film that artificial intelligence (AI) makes targeting decisions, asserting that highly trained human operatives and legal officials are responsible. The military expressed frustration that the film was not shared with them for a fair response to allegations. The IDF acknowledges collateral harm to Gazan civilians as a tragic aspect of war, exacerbated by Hamas using human shields, and emphasizes efforts to avoid civilian casualties, sometimes even redirecting missiles post-launch. While acknowledging that mistakes can occur in complex operations, such as the chaotic June 2024 hostage rescue, the IDF maintains that human discretion is still exercised to minimize civilian harm. The IDF also disputes the film's portrayal of "collateral damage" as a dehumanizing term, stating it reflects their continuous effort to reduce civilian harm, unlike Hamas. They also contend that the film's reported civilian-to-combatant ratios are vastly inflated and that disagreements among officers are professional, not related to genocide debates.