United StatesIsraeli citizens are questioning why the government has not returned video footage of the October 7 attacks, which were captured by individuals and communities during the conflict. A bereaved parent claims authorities deleted a video of her son's death before returning his phone. Channel 13 reports that thousands of cameras, memory cards, and films documenting the violence were confiscated by the IDF, Shin Bet, and Lahav 433, but have not been returned to families two and a half years later. Some families, like those in Kfar Aza, say they cooperated with investigators but now seek closure through the footage. Sabine Taasa, whose son was killed on Zikim beach, alleges that a video of his final moments was erased. An IDF probe found that soldiers abandoned civilians in a bathroom and left their bodies for a week. While the IDF denies withholding documentation, it claims it is finalizing policies for returning evidence. The article also mentions the controversial 'Hannibal Directive' issued by the Israeli government, which ordered military forces to target Israel's own citizens in Gaza.
Lettura del bias (Sinistra): The article frames the refusal to return video footage as a cover-up, emphasizing civilian casualties and governmental secrecy. It highlights the emotional distress of victims' families and criticizes the IDF's handling of evidence. The tone suggests skepticism toward official narratives and aligns,
