Siobhán O'Grady,
Siobhán O'Grady is a journalist with a focus on foreign affairs. She is currently The Washington Post's chief Ukraine correspondent, having previously served as Cairo bureau chief covering North Africa and Yemen. Prior to that, she reported on foreign affairs for The Post from various locations including Afghanistan, Lebanon and Cameroon. She has also worked as a staff writer at Foreign Policy magazine and freelanced across sub-Saharan Africa. O'Grady is well-versed in the geopolitical landscape of the regions she covers, providing unique insights into the complex situations in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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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
80%
Examples:
- Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov said his city remains 'under the constant threat' from glide bombs — modified Soviet-era weapons that Russia drops from airplanes. The bombs can weigh thousands of pounds and are equipped with guidance systems. They are typically dropped from more than 15 miles behind the Russian border, but the planes take off from bases farther away, beyond the U.S.-approved strike range.
- The ISW reported this month that the U.S. policy limiting Ukraine's usage of American weapons in Russia had effectively created 'a vast sanctuary ... which Russia exploits to shield its combat forces, command and control, logistics, and rear area support services that the Russian military uses to conduct its military operations in Ukraine.',
- Ukrainian officials said the United States has restricted Ukraine to firing less than 100 kilometers, or about 62 miles, from the border.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
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Contradictions
100%
Examples:
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Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- A new U.S. policy allowing Ukraine to fire certain American weapons at Russian territory has led to a reduction in some Russian attacks but still restricts the range enough that it prevents Ukraine from hitting key airfields
- Neither spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly about the rule.
- The Ukrainian officials said the United States has restricted Ukraine to firing less than 100 kilometers, or about 62 miles, from the border.
Recent Articles
New US Policy Allows Ukraine to Strike Russian Targets: Implications and Controversies
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The US has given Ukraine permission to use certain American weapons against Russian targets across the border, leading to a reduction in some attacks but also limiting Ukraine's range. The new policy has sparked frustration from Ukrainian officials and concerns of escalation. Experts argue that allowing Ukraine to strike back is necessary for ensuring its victory or negotiating peace from a position of strength, while others question if the US is doing enough to support its ally against Russian aggression. 
Modern Air Defense Systems: Saving Lives in Israel, Struggle for Ukraine
Broke On: Saturday, 13 April 2024Iran's missile and drone attacks on Israel and Ukraine highlight the importance of robust air defense systems. While Israel successfully intercepted most of Iran's assault using modern technology, Ukraine continues to struggle despite relying on Western-provided Patriot batteries. The destruction of Kyiv's biggest power station due to Russian attacks resulted in civilian casualties, and the country urgently needs additional support as it runs out of ammunition. The international community's response to Israel underscores the life-saving capabilities of air defense systems, but Ukraine awaits action as its pleas for more Patriot systems go unanswered.