NAJIB JOBAIN,
Rafah is the capital of Gaza Strip. It was founded in 1948 as part of Israel's creation and has been under Israeli control ever since. Rafah is located on the southern coast of Gaza Strip and serves as a major transportation hub for both Palestinians and Israelis.
70%
The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
75%
Examples:
- Israel is accused of committing war crimes and human rights abuses in Gaza. The author also mentions the death toll from the conflict.
- The article implies that Israel is responsible for Palestinian deaths.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- Israel has been accused of committing war crimes and human rights abuses in Gaza. The author also mentions the death toll from the conflict.
- The article implies that Israel is responsible for Palestinian deaths.
Contradictions
80%
Examples:
- Israel has not been found guilty of war crimes or human rights abuses in Gaza. The author also mentions that there are conflicting reports about the cause of death.
- The article implies that Israel is responsible for Palestinian deaths.
Deceptions
80%
Examples:
- Israel has not been found guilty of war crimes or human rights abuses in Gaza. The author also mentions conflicting reports about the cause of death.
- The article implies that Israel is responsible for Palestinian deaths.
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