Lyndal Rowlands

Lyndal Rowlands is a foreign correspondent for Al Jazeera, covering the Middle East and North Africa region. She has reported on conflicts in Israel and Palestine, as well as other regional issues such as political instability and human rights abuses. Prior to joining Al Jazeera, Rowlands worked for Reuters and The Guardian, where she focused on international diplomacy and foreign policy. Her primary topics of coverage include Middle East politics, conflict resolution efforts in the region, and humanitarian crises.

Biography:  https://www.aljazeera.com/author/lyndal_rowlands_170519012102404/

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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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

88%

Examples:

  • , Al Jazeera obtained exclusive footage showing Israeli military using Palestinian prisoners as human shields to search for explosives in Gaza.
  • The author uses selective reporting by only mentioning incidents where civilians and aid workers were killed but not any instances of Israeli military successes or Palestinian militant attacks that led to these deaths.
  • The author uses sensationalist language such as 'AI-assisted genocide' to make it seem like Israel is committing a heinous crime when there is no evidence to support this claim.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • The article quotes sources without disclosing them which makes it difficult for readers to verify their claims.
  • The UN is pausing night-time aid operations in Gaza, as calls for Israel to be held accountable for the deadly attack on a food aid convoy continue.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

  • At least six Palestinians have been killed in Rafah, Gaza.
  • Israel accused of 'AI-assisted genocide' in Gaza.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • Exclusive footage obtained by Al Jazeera shows the Israeli military using Palestinian prisoners as human shields to search for explosives in Gaza.
  • The author uses sensationalist language such as 'AI-assisted genocide' to make it seem like Israel is committing a heinous crime when there is no evidence to support this claim.

Recent Articles

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Intense Gaza City Fighting: Civilians Trapped Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Intense Gaza City Fighting: Civilians Trapped Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Two Israeli soldiers were killed in intense clashes between Israeli troops and Hamas operatives in Gaza City on July 1, 2024. Meanwhile, civilians were trapped amidst ongoing fighting as Israeli tanks advanced on the district of Shujayea. Al Jazeera obtained footage showing Israeli military using Palestinian prisoners as human shields during searches for explosives. At least six Palestinians were killed and several homes destroyed in Rafah, with residents unable to leave due to ongoing strikes.
Julian Assange's Final UK Hearing: Extradition to US for Espionage Charges Looms

Julian Assange's Final UK Hearing: Extradition to US for Espionage Charges Looms

Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 Julian Assange, WikiLeaks founder facing US extradition for publishing classified documents, has a final UK hearing on May 22, 2024. He could be extradited within 24 hours if appeal denied. Assange maintains politically motivated charges and seeks assurances on freedom of speech and nationality discrimination. Faces up to 175 years in prison if convicted.
Israel's AI-Powered Bombing Spree in Gaza: A Statistical Mechanism or a Tragic Mistake?

Israel's AI-Powered Bombing Spree in Gaza: A Statistical Mechanism or a Tragic Mistake?

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 Israel uses AI to identify bombing targets in Gaza, relying heavily on Lavender database and program during early weeks of conflict. One intelligence officer lost faith in the machine after it resulted in loss of life.