Eyad Kourdi,
Eyad Kourdi is a journalist for CNN, covering events in the Middle East. He has reported extensively on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Kourdi's reporting focuses on humanitarian issues and the impact of military actions on civilians. His articles often highlight the plight of Palestinians living in Gaza, including their struggles with food shortages, lack of access to medical care, and displacement.
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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
95%
Examples:
- An Israeli attack has killed at least 16 Palestinians
- Israeli strikes on residential buildings in southern and central Gaza killed at least eight people and wounded scores of civilians Saturday, according to health officials and the Palestinian news agency.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- At least five people were killed and 10 others injured when aid fell on them.
- Two suicide bombers detonated their explosive vests as Shiite mourners gathered for Soleimani’s fourth anniversary near his grave
Deceptions
85%
Examples:
- The author claims that ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack when no official statement from ISIS was found on their website or social media channels.
Recent Articles
IDF Strikes Hamas Terrorists at UNRWA School in Gaza: At Least 16 Killed, Calls for Ceasefire and Protection of Civilians Intensify
Broke On: Sunday, 07 July 2024On July 6, 2024, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) struck Hamas terrorists at UNRWA's Al-Jaouni School in central Gaza Strip, killing at least 16 civilians. The IDF claimed militants were operating from the school but could not be independently verified. Amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and weekly demonstrations, this incident marks another instance of violence in the Israel-Hamas conflict, resulting in significant civilian casualties. New Evidence of Israeli-American Hostages Held by Hamas: Criticisms and Hope in Propaganda Videos
Broke On: Thursday, 07 October 2021Two Israeli-American hostages, Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Keith Siegel, have been shown alive in separate Hamas propaganda videos. The men, who were captured during the October 7 attack on Israel and taken to Gaza, criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for abandoning them in videos released on April 24 and 27. Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage exchange are ongoing, but Hamas is also trying to prevent a full-scale invasion of Rafah. Residents of Gaza are growing critical of Hamas as the conflict drags on. Surviving Against All Odds: Hersh Goldberg-Polin's Video Reveals His Two-Year Captivity by Hamas
Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who had been held captive for nearly two years after being taken during the October 2020 attacks on Israel. In the video, Goldberg-Polin criticizes the Israeli government and demands action to secure the release of all hostages or resignation. The video sparks relief and anger among Israelis, with military vowing to bring them home. Hamas Releases Proof of Life Videos for Two Israeli-American Hostages: Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Itay Chen
Broke On: Wednesday, 07 October 2020Hamas releases videos of two Israeli-American hostages, Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Itay Chen, providing proof of life after 200 days in captivity. Goldberg-Polin criticizes Netanyahu for insufficient efforts to secure their release. At least 133 hostages remain, including five Americans; families and governments call for peaceful resolution. Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Deadly Bombing Attack in Iran
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024Islamic State militants claimed responsibility for a pair of bombings that killed dozens of people in Iran on January 3, 2024. The Islamic State called the attack a dual martyrdom operation and described how two militants approached a ceremony at the tomb of General Suleimani and detonated explosive belts strapped to their bodies near his grave.