IDF Ordered to Broadcast Netanyahu’s UN Speech to Gaza Residents
GAZA STRIP – The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has been instructed to broadcast Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations General Assembly to residents of the Gaza Strip,a move announced Friday amid ongoing conflict. The directive, confirmed by IDF spokespersons, aims to counter Hamas‘s narrative and provide Gazans with direct access to Israel’s perspective.
This unprecedented order comes as Israel continues its military operations in Gaza following the October 7th Hamas attacks, and as international pressure mounts for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid. The broadcast is intended to reach Palestinian civilians directly, bypassing Hamas’s control of facts within the territory. The move signals a notable shift in Israel’s information warfare strategy, attempting to address the population directly rather than solely through conventional diplomatic channels.
according to reporting from The Times of Israel, the decision was made following discussions between the IDF, the Prime Minister’s Office, and the National Public Diplomacy Directorate. the speech,delivered on September 22nd,focused on the threats posed by hamas and Iran,and Israel’s right to defend itself.
IDF officials have not specified the method of broadcast, but possibilities include utilizing existing radio frequencies or deploying airborne platforms. The initiative is expected to face challenges, including potential interference from Hamas and the difficulty of reaching a wide audience in a territory with limited infrastructure.
