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From ovations in Venice to death threats in Israel: the extreme responses to NAZA documentary

As Gaza documentary wins cinematic acclaim, its directors face vitriol in Israel amid a febrile election campaign First there was a moment of stunned silence. Then, in the Sala Grande, the main screening hall of the Venice film festival within the Palazzo del Cinema, the audience stood almost as one and turned to applaud the film-makers for 25 minutes. The film the audience had watched for 80 harrowing minutes was the Gaza documentary NAZA, which has been produced by the Guardian. Continue reading...

The Guardian•Peter Beaumont19 Sept

Netanyahu proposes stripping citizenship from Israelis criticizing IDF

Netanyahu's proposal could strain Israel's global relations, impact free speech perceptions, and affect his political stability amid tensions.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez19 Sept

• critical toward Benjamin Netanyahu · 98%

Google says its Gemini AI model hacked three other companies

Disclosure comes after OpenAI and Anthropic hacks amid fears that tech firms unable to control powerful AI models In a first for Google, the company confirmed that its AI model, Gemini, breached the security of three other companies in May. The hacks occurred during a cybersecurity evaluation by AI-security firm Irregular. Irregular, an Israel-based startup that scrutinizes the security of advanced AI systems, was also at the center of some of the recent OpenAI and Anthropic hacks of third-party entities, including OpenAI’s breach of AI software company, Hugging Face. Continue reading...

The Guardian•Johana Bhuiyan19 Sept

• neutral toward Google · 72%

Werner Herzog Picks Up San Sebastian’s Donostia Award at Politically Charged Opening Ceremony

The evening's hosts, Fariba Sheikhan and Mariona Terés, kicked off the proceedings by condemning the Israel-Gaza war and declaring support for 'NAZA' directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor.

The Hollywood Reporter•Lily Ford18 Sept

For American Jews divided over Israel, Yom Kippur is a test of families and community

(RNS and NPR) — According to an AP-NORC poll, four in 10 American Jewish adults say they've disagreed with a family member over Israel, and three in 10 said they stopped talking to someone over it.

Religion News Service•Deena Prichep18 Sept

Israel moving ahead with settlement plans that would split West Bank in two, rights group says

Rights groups say the Israeli government is forging ahead with a contentious settlement expansion plan that would effectively divide the occupied West Bank, long criticized as a threat to the viability of a future Palestinian state.

CBC News•Sara Jabakhanji18 Sept

More troops have died in the Iran War than Trump’s administration has revealed: report

The deadly conflict began at the end of February after the US, alongside Israel, began launching strikes against Iran

The Independent•Rachel Dobkin18 Sept

• critical toward Donald Trump · 83%

Shaheen blocks $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel, joining House counterpart

The top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee has exercised a hold on a $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel, The Hill has learned, allying with her counterpart in the House and underscoring deep mistrust with the Trump administration and Israeli government.  Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) has expressed frustration that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…

The Hill•Laura Kelly18 Sept

• neutral toward House · 93%

‘NAZA’ Israel-Gaza War Doc Sets U.S. Theatrical Release

The film from 'No Other Land' directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, has generated backlash and acclaim since its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

The Hollywood Reporter•Etan Vlessing18 Sept

Poll: Most US Jews say Netanyahu’s actions fuel antisemitism in America

Netanyahu's policies may strain US-Israel relations, impact global diplomatic dynamics, and influence market perceptions on Palestine recognition.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez18 Sept

• neutral toward Benjamin Netanyahu · 86%

Hundreds of thousands attend Iran’s biggest government-organized rally since the war began

Some participants trampled flags of the U.S. and Israel. Others chanted “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.”

Courthouse News•Associated Press18 Sept

Uefa rejected request to keep Republic of Ireland and Israel separate - FAI

The Football Association of Ireland says it had a request to keep the Republic of Ireland and Israel separate in future competition draws rejected by Uefa.

BBC18 Sept

Uefa rejected request to keep Republic of Ireland and Israel separate - FAI

The Football Association of Ireland says it had a request to keep the Republic of Ireland and Israel separate in future competition draws rejected by Uefa.

BBC18 Sept

How Hezbollah reframed the battle for Ali al Taher as Israel advanced

As Israeli forces pushed from the outskirts of Ali al Taher Ridge into its underground network, Hezbollah repeatedly revised what counted as a success for the group—from denying Israeli entry to portraying the loss of the position as an attritional achievement.

Long War Journal•David Daoud18 Sept

Gaza documentary sparks political storm, protests in Israel

The Israeli filmmakers behind the award-winning documentary "NAZA", which uses anonymous military sources to speak about Israel's widespread killing of civilians in Gaza, have been the subject of a wave of threats and intimidation in their home country, one that has even targeted their families. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he intends to introduce legislation aimed at revoking the citizenship of people who "defame IDF soldiers."

France 24•FRANCE2418 Sept

US approves sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia

The United States has approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia, the State Department said Thursday, the kingdom's latest major arms purchase since the start of the Iran war. Saudi Arabia has been repeatedly targeted with drone and missile strikes by Tehran's forces since the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran in February, and has also been hit by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels.

France 24•FRANCE2418 Sept

International Insider: ‘Naza’ Saga In Israel; France Makes Oscar Choice; Right Royal Timing

Good afternoon Insiders, Max Goldbart here back after a lengthy break to helm the weekly newsletter. Read on. And sign up here. NAZA Saga Israeli cinema & politics blur: As is often the case with Israeli cinema these days, that oh-so-blurry line between culture and politics has been crossed. A documentary feature of extreme urgency, […]

Deadline•Max Goldbart18 Sept

First Thing: Witnesses recount Israeli ‘double-tap’ strike that killed child and medic in Gaza

When Mohammad Abdul Zinati, 15, rushed to help a man wounded in a bomb attack, he had no time to react before he too was hit. Plus, meet the cartographers who took on centuries of western bias Good morning. Mohammad Abdul Zinati was walking home from school through the rubble of Salah Khalaf Street in northern Gaza City when he stopped at a supermarket where a group of classmates and friends had gathered. What has Israel said about the incident? The Israeli military said the incident was under review. The IDF has repeatedly rejected allegations that it deliberately targets civilians, saying it assesses and takes into account the risk of civilian harm when carrying out strikes. What has Trump said about South Korea? Trump has criticised Seoul for what he called insufficient support for the Iran war ‌and scaled back major joint military drills by the two countries’ armed forces this summer, a move that unsettled the US ally. Continue reading...

The Guardian•Nicola Slawson18 Sept

Israel is killing the people who could end its wars

From Iran to Gaza and Lebanon, assassinations have repeatedly removed figures capable of negotiating an end to conflict.

Al Jazeera18 Sept

Tourists turn to the Balkans and Brazil: How the Middle East conflict has redrawn our holiday map

As the war between the US, Israel and Iran continues to disrupt flight routes and rattle traveller confidence, tourism is shifting away from the Middle East and its neighbours – with the Balkans, South America and northeast Asia among the surprising winners. Global Travel Editor Annabel Grossman reports on how conflict is reshaping where we holiday in the latest Travel Insider newsletter

The Independent•Annabel Grossman18 Sept