Patrick Kingsley,
Patrick Kingsley is the Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times. He leads the newspaper's coverage of Israel, Gaza and the West Bank, overseeing a team of reporters and researchers spread across the region. Kingsley has been an international reporter for more than a decade, reporting from more than 50 countries and territories. He has focused on forced migration, covering people trying to reach Europe by land and sea. Kingsley grew up in Britain, studied English literature at Cambridge, and spent seven years as a reporter for The Guardian before joining The Times in January 2017.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/patrick-kingsley
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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
86%
Examples:
- In his reporting, Kingsley often presents only one side of the story without considering alternative viewpoints or providing counter-evidence.
- Kingsley tends to use language that depicts Hamas as an extremist group with unacceptable demands. He also uses sensationalist language such as 'genocide' without providing any evidence or context for his claims.
- Patrick Kingsley's reporting is heavily focused on Israeli and Palestinian politics, religion, culture, diplomacy and society. He often covers conflicts and tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.
Conflicts of Interest
64%
Examples:
- He also covers instances where the United Nations has been involved in negotiations or investigations related to conflicts between Israelis and Palestinians.
- Kingsley's reporting sometimes touches on conflicts of interest, particularly when covering situations where Israeli military leaders are making decisions that could impact civilians in Gaza.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- He often reports on instances where Israeli negotiators have reduced their demands for hostages to be released during cease-fire negotiations.
- Kingsley's articles frequently mention contradictions and discrepancies in the information provided by different sources.
Deceptions
57%
Examples:
- He also sometimes presents misleading information or omits important details that could impact readers' understanding of the situation.
- Kingsley's reporting occasionally contains deceptive practices, such as using sensationalist language without providing evidence or context.
Recent Articles
Deadly Rocket Attack in Golan Heights: Israel Blames Hezbollah, Druze Community Tensions Escalate
Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024Israeli-Lebanese tensions escalate after a rocket attack in the Golan Heights leaves at least 12 people dead, primarily from the Druze community. Israel accuses Hezbollah of orchestrating the strike and vows retaliation. The Druze community, who identify as Syrian and face discrimination in areas such as land and water allocation, is located in a strategic region seized by Israel during the Six-Day War. 
Hamas' Guerrilla Warfare Tactics and Exploitation of Civilian Institutions in the Conflict in Gaza
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024Hamas uses guerrilla warfare tactics, hiding fighters and weapons in civilian areas and infrastructure, blurring the line between combatants and civilians during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Thousands of Hamas fighters remain active, continuing to resist Israeli forces with these methods despite heavy casualties. Israel works to limit Hamas' capabilities while upholding international law, providing humanitarian aid and neutralizing hidden weapons. 
Netanyahu Announces End to Gaza War, Shifts Focus to Hezbollah in Lebanon: Nasrallah Remains Defiant
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu announces the intense phase of the war with Hamas in Gaza is ending, but warns that this doesn't mean the war itself is over and may shift focus to Hezbollah in Lebanon. Hezbollah, led by Hassan Nasrallah since 1992, has grown into a political and social powerhouse with significant influence in Lebanon. The 'axis of resistance,' which includes Hezbollah and its allies, is prepared to confront any Israeli military action against Lebanon. 
Israeli PM Netanyahu Disbands War Cabinet After Resignation of Opposition Leader Gantz
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu disbands war cabinet after opposition leader Benny Gantz resigns due to disagreements over conflict handling with Hamas. The body, formed in October 2023, made crucial decisions throughout the ongoing conflict. Netanyahu now holds smaller forums with government members for sensitive issues and faces pivotal decisions on cease-fire proposals and fighting against Hezbollah. 
ICJ Orders Israel to Halt Military Offensive in Rafah, Threatening Physical Destruction for Palestinians
Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel to halt its military offensive in Rafah, adding to diplomatic isolation. Over a million Palestinians took shelter there before the operation; now around 800,000 have been displaced. The ICJ demanded an immediate stop to actions inflicting conditions that could physically destroy Palestinians in Gaza. 
Israel, US, and Qatar Hold Cease-Fire Discussions in Paris: Hostage Deal Proposals Presented but Hamas Refuses to Negotiate
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Israeli and Qatari officials held cease-fire discussions in Paris over the weekend, with Israeli Mossad director proposing updated hostage deal proposals. Hamas refuses to negotiate until Israel ends Gaza offensive. Next round of negotiations predicted for coming week with Egyptian and Qatari mediation. Memorial Day in Israel: Unresolved Losses and Wartime Protests Amidst the Absence of Itay Chen's Burial Site
Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024Israelis mark Memorial Day amidst deep wartime divisions and unresolved losses, including the family of Ruby Chen who still mourns the captivity of her son Itay's remains after his death in Hamas attack. 
Hamas Weighs Ceasefire Proposal: Potential Release of Hostages in Exchange for Peace
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024Hamas considers ceasefire proposal with Israel for hostage release, potential truce duration linked to number of prisoners freed. Israel agrees to accept fewer hostages in initial phase but awaits Hamas response on negotiations. UK and US urge Hamas attendance, proposing 40-day truce and mass prisoner release in exchange. Ongoing Israeli military operations result in civilian casualties, International Criminal Court investigates possible Israeli war crimes. Differences in goals hinder progress towards a deal: Israel seeks short ceasefire to resume fighting against Hamas, while Hamas aims for a longer truce. 
Israel Scales Back Cease-fire Demands, Offering Generous Proposal to Hamas for Gaza Truce
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024Israel reduces hostage demands for Gaza cease-fire, offering 40-day truce and thousands of prisoner releases. Hamas must decide if this proposal allows its survival as a military force or enables Israel to resume fighting against it. Israel's Supreme Court Rules Against Discriminatory Subsidy System for Ultra-Orthodox Men in Religious Seminaries
Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024Israel's Supreme Court has ruled that the current system of providing subsidies for ultra-orthodox men studying in religious seminaries is discriminatory. This decision, which was made on March 30th, 2024, sparked a debate about whether or not to dismantle this system and force all Jewish Israelis to serve in the military like their secular counterparts. The court's ruling also raised questions about the future of Israeli politics and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ability to maintain his coalition government.