Facts vs. Manipulation: The Reality of Urban Warfare in Gaza

Prof. Kobi Michael responds to documentary allegations against the IDF, asserting that Israel’s ratio of civilian casualties in Gaza is the lowest recorded in modern urban warfare, even when calculating with figures provided by Hamas.

He emphasizes that critics manipulate the narrative by ignoring crucial context, such as Hamas’s use of human shields and UN facilities, alongside the IDF’s extraordinary efforts to warn and evacuate civilians.

The full interview took place on ILTV on September 15, 2026.

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