WAFAA SHURAFA,

Wafaa Shurafa is an Associated Press journalist based in Gaza City. She has been covering the Israel-Hamas conflict extensively, providing on-the-ground reports and analysis. Her work is characterized by a focus on human stories amidst the conflict, though some bias has been noted in her reporting.

93%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

82%

Examples:

  • In the article 'Israel-Hamas war: Internet, phone networks collapse in Gaza', the author does not differentiate between civilian and militant deaths in the official count.
  • In the article 'Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu rejects calls for a cease-fire', the author presents Netanyahu's insistence on retaining security control in Gaza without providing a counter perspective.
  • In the article 'Israeli troops surround Gaza City as death toll climbs', the author presents the U.S.'s support for Israel without providing a counter perspective.
  • In the article 'Thousands sheltering at Gaza City’s hospitals flee as war closes in', the author presents the Israeli army's claims about Hamas' military infrastructure without providing a counter perspective.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

76%

Examples:

  • In the article 'Thousands sheltering at Gaza City’s hospitals flee as war closes in', the author presents a contradiction between the Israeli army's claims about Hamas' military infrastructure and the claims made by the militant group and Shifa staff.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

At Least 71 People Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza Strip: A Call for International Investigation and Ceasefire

At Least 71 People Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza Strip: A Call for International Investigation and Ceasefire

Broke On: Sunday, 19 May 2024 At least 71 people have been killed and over 900,000 Palestinians displaced in intensified Israeli attacks on Gaza. The latest casualties include 31 deaths in an airstrike targeting Nuseirat refugee camp. Tensions between Israel and Hamas have escalated, leading to widespread violence and destruction. International community condemns the violence and calls for an immediate ceasefire.

Escalating Israel-Hamas Conflict: US Vetoes UN Ceasefire Resolution as Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Broke On: Saturday, 09 December 2023 The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Israeli warplanes continue to strike parts of the Gaza Strip, including areas that civilians were advised to evacuate to. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is at a breaking point, with the death toll surpassing 17,400, the majority being women and children.

Israel-Hamas Truce: Extension Hinges on Hostage Release

Broke On: Tuesday, 28 November 2023 The truce between Israel and Hamas could be extended if Hamas continues to release at least 10 Israeli hostages per day. The United States urged Israel to better protect Palestinian civilians in Gaza if it resumes the war. Two Palestinians died after Israeli military vehicles blocked the entrance of a hospital in Jenin, according to Doctors Without Borders.

Israel-Hamas Conflict Intensifies: Civilian Safe Zones, Communication Blackout, and Hospital Evacuations

Broke On: Thursday, 16 November 2023 Civilians in parts of south-east Gaza have been directed to move into a smaller 'safe zone'. Internet and telephone services in the Gaza Strip have collapsed due to a lack of fuel, potentially causing a long-term communication blackout. Reports of evacuations at the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, with approximately 450 patients evacuated and around 120 immobile patients left behind.

Israel-Hamas Conflict Intensifies Amid Calls for Ceasefire

Broke On: Saturday, 11 November 2023 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that a ceasefire would only be possible if all 239 hostages held by militants in Gaza are released. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is intensifying, with the Palestinian death toll from Israel's military campaign surpassing 11,000, a large proportion of whom are women and children. Five patients died after the last generator ran out of fuel at Al-Shifa Hospital, Gaza's largest medical facility.

Escalating Conflict in Gaza Leads to Hospital Evacuations Amid Contradicting Reports

Broke On: Friday, 10 November 2023 Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing from Gaza City's main hospitals due to reported strikes. The Israeli army claims that Hamas' military infrastructure is based in Gaza City's hospitals and neighborhoods. Contradicting reports exist about the source of the strikes on the hospitals. A video has surfaced showing Palestinian civilians being shot at while trying to flee a pediatric cancer hospital in the Gaza Strip. Human rights groups have raised concerns about Israel's mass bombardment of civilian areas, evacuation orders, and blockade of the territory.

Escalation in Israel-Hamas Conflict: Gaza City Encircled, Civilian Casualties Rise

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 Israeli forces have encircled Gaza City as the conflict with Hamas escalates The Palestinian death toll has risen above 9,000 U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pushing for a 'humanitarian pause' in the fighting The first group of civilian evacuees from Gaza has crossed into Egypt The UN has raised concerns about the high number of civilian casualties