Ivana Kottasová,

Ivana Kottasová is a London-based senior writer at CNN International. She covers Europe, the Middle East and Africa, often reporting on conflict, human rights and geopolitics. She has covered major events such as the invasion of Ukraine by Russia in 2022 and the October 7 Hamas attacks against Israel. Before joining CNN, Kottasová contributed to the Financial Times, The Guardian, ITV News, various Czech newspapers and magazines, and the Czech Radio. She holds master's degrees from the London School of Economics and Columbia University.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/ivana-kottasova

91%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

98%

Examples:

  • Hezbollah has said it 'firmly denies' firing the rockets.
  • Israel said it had identified 'approximately 30 projectiles' crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory in a barrage it blamed on the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and described as the deadliest against it since October 7.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • Ivana Kottasová is a senior writer at CNN International. She most often reports on conflict, human rights and geopolitics.

Contradictions

95%

Examples:

  • At least 12 people, including children, were killed when a rocket hit a village in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights Saturday...
  • Hezbollah denied involvement in the deadly strike.
  • Israel said it had identified ‘approximately 30 projectiles’ crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory in a barrage it blamed on the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and described as the deadliest against it since October 7.
  • Ten of the killed have been identified, but there are more who were torn apart and are still unidentified...
  • This is a very serious incident and we will act accordingly...

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • It is clear they are more than just random acts of vandalism.
  • The perpetrators have extensive knowledge of the network

Recent Articles

Deadly Rocket Attack in Golan Heights: Israel Blames Hezbollah, Druze Community Tensions Escalate

Deadly Rocket Attack in Golan Heights: Israel Blames Hezbollah, Druze Community Tensions Escalate

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 Israeli-Lebanese tensions escalate after a rocket attack in the Golan Heights leaves at least 12 people dead, primarily from the Druze community. Israel accuses Hezbollah of orchestrating the strike and vows retaliation. The Druze community, who identify as Syrian and face discrimination in areas such as land and water allocation, is located in a strategic region seized by Israel during the Six-Day War.
At Least 12 Children Killed in Hezbollah Rocket Attack on Israeli Soccer Field

At Least 12 Children Killed in Hezbollah Rocket Attack on Israeli Soccer Field

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 At least 12 children and teenagers were killed in a rocket attack on a soccer field in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, prompting Israeli retaliation against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The Lebanese militant group has denied involvement, and tensions continue to escalate between Israel and its regional adversaries.
Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: At Least 15 Killed in Golan Heights and Gaza, Hezbollah Denies Responsibility

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: At Least 15 Killed in Golan Heights and Gaza, Hezbollah Denies Responsibility

Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 In the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, a rocket attack killed 12 people, including children, and was blamed on Hezbollah by the Israeli military. On the same day, an Israeli strike hit a school in Gaza, killing 30 and wounding over 100. These incidents have increased tensions between Israel and its neighbors, particularly Hezbollah. The UN called for an immediate ceasefire.
Celine Dion's Triumphant Return and Railway Sabotage at the Paris Olympics

Celine Dion's Triumphant Return and Railway Sabotage at the Paris Olympics

Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony featured Celine Dion's triumphant return to live performances despite health challenges, while railway sabotage caused disruptions. Dion, known for her inspiring voice and connection with French audiences, sang 'L'Hymne à l'Amour'. Saboteurs targeted signaling stations on high-speed rail lines, raising suspicions of industrial espionage.