Shira Rubin

Shira Rubin is a skilled journalist with a deep understanding of the Middle East. She has reported extensively from Israel, the Palestinian territories, and surrounding regions for The Washington Post. Based in Tel Aviv, her work often focuses on political and social issues in the region. Prior to joining The Post, she worked as a freelance foreign correspondent from various countries including Israel, Jordan, France, Germany and Britain. Rubin has covered a range of topics such as the Syrian migration crisis in Europe and the mental health challenges faced by refugee communities. She also has experience reporting on human smuggling networks and the events leading up to the Arab Spring revolutions.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/shira-rubin/

89%

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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

91%

Examples:

  • Incredible film
  • militants advancing through the music festival
  • ]real superheroes[

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • The length of time Kozlov was held captive is consistent across articles but the exact dates differ slightly.
  • The number of Palestinians killed during the Israeli rescue operation varies from 270 to 274.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • But when the raid was underway and their getaway car stalled, a fierce battle with Hamas fighters broke out. Israeli warplanes pummeled the camp so they could escape.
  • Kozlov laughed and cried after boarding the helicopter that would take them home, watching through the window as Gaza’s sandy beaches, concrete buildings and sprawling tent cities disappeared over the horizon.
  • Real superheroes,

Recent Articles

Russian-Israeli Hostage Andrey Kozlov Rescued After 245 Days in Hamas Captivity, Mother Reunited

Russian-Israeli Hostage Andrey Kozlov Rescued After 245 Days in Hamas Captivity, Mother Reunited

Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 Russian-Israeli citizen Andrey Kozlov, held captive by Hamas for 245 days after the October 7, 2022 attack on Israel, endured psychological and physical abuse. He was rescued along with two others by Israeli special forces on June 8, 2024. The operation left over 270 Palestinians dead according to Gaza Health Ministry. Kozlov's mother and Jenifer Master expressed relief after his rescue.
Graphic Footage of Five Israeli Female Soldiers' Captivity by Hamas Released by Their Families

Graphic Footage of Five Israeli Female Soldiers' Captivity by Hamas Released by Their Families

Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 Families of five Israeli female soldiers released graphic footage of their captivity by Hamas, showing them surrounded by gunmen and with bound hands. The soldiers were taken hostage during the October 7 attacks and are still being held in Gaza. The video aims to bring attention to their plight and pressure Israeli leaders for their release. Meanwhile, criticism over government spending on rehabilitation plans has emerged amidst ongoing military conflict.