Aleem Maqbool

Aleem Maqbool is a BBC News correspondent based in Iraq. He has reported extensively on the conflicts and political developments in the Middle East. His work focuses on providing unique insights into the region's history, culture, and religious tensions. In his articles, he often explores the impact of sectarian violence on ordinary people and attempts to shed light on the complex dynamics between different religious groups.

Biography:  https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-22657029

86%

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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

60%

Examples:

  • Aleem Maqbool reports on Pope Francis allegedly using a derogatory term for gay people without providing his own opinion or judgment.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The article is based on a private meeting between Pope Francis and Italian Bishops, which could potentially be considered confidential information.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • The article reports that Pope Francis reportedly used derogatory language and advised against admitting homosexual men into seminaries, but some outlets report that the Pope also said that gay people needed kicking out of seminaries.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

Pope Francis Under Fire for Allegedly Using Derogatory Slurs Against LGBTQ People at Private Meeting with Italian Bishops

Pope Francis Under Fire for Allegedly Using Derogatory Slurs Against LGBTQ People at Private Meeting with Italian Bishops

Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 Pope Francis, 87, faced controversy after reports emerged of him using derogatory slurs for LGBTQ people during a private meeting with Italian bishops in May 2023. Allegedly advising against admitting homosexual men into seminaries, he reportedly used the term 'frociaggine,' translating to 'faggotry.' Despite his previous welcoming approach towards the community, these allegations contradict Francis' public stance and have sparked outrage among supporters.