Sebastian Usher

Sebastian Usher is a Middle East analyst for the BBC. He has reported extensively on conflicts and issues in the Middle East throughout his career. His reporting is known for its nuanced and insightful analysis of complex political situations.

Biography:  https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-69008963

78%

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:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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

85%

Examples:

  • The article shows a clear bias towards the Palestinian perspective in reporting on the Israeli offensive in Gaza.
  • The author uses language that sympathizes with Palestinians and criticizes Israel's actions.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author is a Middle East analyst for the BBC, which may influence their reporting on events in the region.

Contradictions

15%

Examples:

  • There is a contradiction between the information provided by the IDF Arabic spokesperson about an evacuation order and the experiences of Palestinians in Gaza City.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • The article includes quotes from Palestinians that may be intended to elicit sympathy and further the narrative of Israeli aggression towards Palestinians.

Recent Articles

IDF Re-invades Gaza City: At Least 10 Killed in July 8, 2024 Strikes

IDF Re-invades Gaza City: At Least 10 Killed in July 8, 2024 Strikes

Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 On July 8, 2024, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) re-invaded Gaza City center for the fifth time since January, targeting Hamas infrastructure and eliminating gunmen. At least 10 people were killed in IDF strikes that also resulted in evacuation orders for several neighborhoods. The IDF carried out airstrikes throughout the Gaza Strip and against Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon, prompting Israeli tank operations in Gaza City and northern Gaza. The violence followed protests calling for a cease-fire and Netanyahu's resignation.