Adam Rasgon,
I’m a reporter for The New York Times in Jerusalem, covering Israeli and Palestinian affairs.What I Cover I report on Israel and the occupied territories, with a special focus on Palestinian politics and culture. I’ve crisscrossed the West Bank, Gaza and Israel, exploring stories about the Palestinian Authority, Hamas and life under occupation. I’ve written about wars between Israel and militant groups in Gaza; the growing authoritarianism of the Palestinian political system; Israeli elections; and the intersection of food and politics. My Background I’ve reported on Israeli and Palestinian affairs for nearly a decade and I speak Hebrew and Arabic. I recently returned to Jerusalem after a 1.5 year stint in New York as a member of The New Yorker magazine’s editorial staff. My articles have highlighted Israeli and Palestinian victims of war, conflicts between leading Palestinian political factions and the future of the Palestinian leadership. I graduated from Bowdoin College in Maine in 2013, majoring in government and legal studies and minoring in religion. I’m originally from Los Angeles, but I’ve lived in the Middle East for most of my adult life, including in Israel, the West Bank, Jordan and Egypt. Journalistic Ethics All Times journalists are committed to upholding the standards of integrity outlined in our Ethical Journalism Handbook. I strive to be fair, accurate, and honest in my reporting. I don’t accept favors or compensation of any kind from sources and I don’t participate in politics. I always identify myself as a Times reporter when I am working. Contact Me Email: adam.rasgon@nytimes.com X: @adamrasgon Signal: @arasgon.24 Anonymous tips: nytimes.com/tips latedest
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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
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Examples:
- The article uses language that dehumanizes Palestinians by referring to them as a “ivilian toll” which implies they are not human beings with rights and dignity.
- The author presents only one side of the story and does not provide any context or background information on why Israel is facing increasing pressure to negotiate a cease-fire with Gaza.
- The author uses a quote from an interview with Netanyahu to claim that he accused Schumer of trying to topple his government. However, this is not clear from the article and could be interpreted differently by different readers.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- Hamas fighters had forced it to return to a site they first stormed in November
- lives have been transformed into hell
- The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable by referring to the Israeli delegation’s arrival in Cairo for cease-fire negotiations as a “nationalist fervor”.
Contradictions
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Examples:
- Cease-fire negotiations are set to resume in Cairo.
- Israeli forces have carried out strikes in Rafah hours after Hamas’ announcement of accepting the cease-fire terms.
- The title implies that Netanyahu has rejected Schumer’s call for elections when he actually only criticized it as “totally inappropriate”.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- Humanitarian officials have warned that the closure of the entry point has exacerbated an already devastating aid situation, with prices for many food items surging and fuel becoming scarce.
- The article implies that Netanyahu has rejected Schumer’s call for elections when he actually only criticized it as “totally inappropriate”.
- The author uses a quote from an interview with Netayahu to claim that he accused Schumer of trying to topple his government. However, this is not clear from the article and could be interpreted differently by different readers.
Recent Articles
IDF Concludes Week-Long Operation in Khan Younis, Over 150 Terror Operatives Killed, Hundreds Thousands Displaced
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Israeli military concludes week-long operation in Gaza, killing over 150 terror operatives and recovering five hostages. IDF withdraws from Khan Younis, resulting in displacement of over 190,000 people. Notable incidents include the death of a Hamas commander and destruction of tunnels and sites used by militants. Ceasefire needed to prevent polio epidemic and address humanitarian crisis. IDF Strikes Hamas Command Center in Gaza School, at Least 31 Killed
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Israeli Defense Forces launch military operation in Gaza, targeting Hamas areas and evacuating Palestinians. IDF strikes Hamas command center in school, killing at least 31 people. Tensions escalate with ongoing reports of casualties and rocket attacks from both sides. 
At Least 11 Killed, Including Children, in Hezbollah Rocket Attack on Israeli Soccer Field
Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024At least 11 people, including children, were killed and 29 injured in a rocket attack on a soccer field in the Israeli town of Majdal Shams by Hezbollah on Saturday. The IDF immediately placed blame for the attack, which marks the most devastating loss of life in the north since Hezbollah entered the war, on Hezbollah. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to return to Israel and vow retaliation. 
Palestinian Factions Unite in Beijing: Skepticism and Divided Public Opinion Amid Ongoing Conflict
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah signed a unity agreement in Beijing amidst skepticism and divided public opinion, with recent polls indicating continued support for Hamas' violent struggle against Israel. 
Palestinian Factions Hamas and Fatah Agree to Form Unity Government, Skepticism Remains Amidst Israeli Denouncement
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024On July 23, 2024, Hamas and Fatah reached a historic agreement in Beijing to form a unity government for the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The announcement comes after years of division between the two major Palestinian factions and follows widespread criticism of the corrupt Palestinian Authority. Israel denounced the deal, raising concerns about prolonged military control over Gaza. Israeli Hostages Rescued in Gaza, but at What Cost? One Palestinian Civilian Killed and Another Injured
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Israeli forces rescued four hostages from Hamas in Gaza on June 8, 2024, but the operation resulted in civilian casualties and accusations of war crimes. One Palestinian civilian was killed and another injured during the raid, which involved interrogating civilians and exchanging gunfire with militants. The UN accused both sides of committing war crimes during the conflict, while families of over 100 remaining hostages continue to wait for their safe return. 
Biden Administration Announces $1 Billion Arms Transfer to Israel Amidst Escalating Tensions with Hamas and Egypt
Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024The Biden administration plans to send over $1 billion in weapons and ammunition to Israel, amidst ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The package includes tank ammunition, tactical vehicles, and mortar rounds. However, the timing of the transfer is uncertain due to political criticism and tensions with Egypt over Rafah Crossing closure. Rep. Claudia Tenney demands a special counsel investigation into Biden for delaying military aid to Israel. 
Israel and Hamas Negotiate Cease-Fire: Three-Phase Proposal, Permanent Agreement Hesitation
Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024Israel and Hamas are negotiating a cease-fire after weeks of conflict in Gaza. Hamas has proposed a three-phase truce, but Israel's demands aren't met. Both sides continue operations while seeking an acceptable deal, with Egyptian and Qatari mediation. Israeli officials aim for hostage return and permanent peace, while Hamas seeks power and withdrawal from Gaza. Progress Towards Cease-Fire in Gaza: Hamas and Israel Negotiate for Permanent Calm Amidst Uncertainty
Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024Amidst ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel in Gaza, both sides make progress towards a cease-fire agreement. Hamas sends delegation to Egypt for negotiations, while Israel seeks guarantees for full withdrawal. U.N. estimates it will take until 2040 to rebuild destroyed homes. Latest proposal includes six-week cease-fire and negotiations over 'permanent calm'. Uncertainty remains due to potential Israeli invasion of Rafah and possibility of famine in Gaza. 
Urgent Cease-Fire Negotiations: Blinken Urges Hamas to Release Hostages and Allow Civilians Back into Gaza Strip
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges Hamas to accept a cease-fire deal, including hostage releases and civilian returns, but negotiations are complicated by indirect communication and disagreements over military presence in Gaza. The conflict has caused devastating damage to Gaza, with estimates for rebuilding reaching into 2040. Hamas insists on certain conditions for a cease-fire while Israel seeks long-term security control.
