Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL)

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is a private, nonprofit international broadcaster funded by the U.S. Congress and providing comprehensive coverage of news and analysis from Eurasia and East Europe. RFE/RL's reporting focuses on countries where freedom of the press is restricted or not fully established, providing uncensored news, responsible discussion, and open debate. The site covers a wide range of topics including politics, human rights, economics, culture, and sports. The site often reports on conflicts in Ukraine and Russia as well as protests and government actions in Georgia.

85%

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 news site 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 its reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The source has a high overall bias score due to the frequent use of biased language and reporting. Examples include quoting sources with strong opinions without providing counterarguments or evidence, using sensationalist language, and presenting information in a one-sided manner.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • The source has a high overall conflict of interest score due to the presence of conflicts of interest throughout the reporting. Examples include articles that discuss situations in which RFE/RL journalists may be at risk or have personal connections to the events being reported, as well as instances where RFE/RL's parent organization may have a vested interest in certain outcomes.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The source has a high overall contradiction score due to the presence of contradictory information in several articles. Examples include differing numbers of fatalities from an attack, different types of missiles used in an attack, and varying numbers of people injured in incidents.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • The source has a moderate overall deceptiveness score due to the presence of deceptive practices in some articles. Examples include misleading or unclear language, omitting important context or details, and presenting information in a way that may be confusing or easily misunderstood.

Recent Articles

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    Controversial Ukrainian Professor Iryna Farion Assassinated in Lviv: Authorities Search for Gunman, Political Motives Suspected

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Former Ukrainian lawmaker and linguist Iryna Farion was assassinated in Lviv on July 19, 2024. Known for her controversial stance against Russian-speaking soldiers, Farion gained notoriety when she served as a parliament member from the ultranationalist party Svoboda. Her death sparked investigations and calls for accountability from President Volodymyr Zelensky, with potential motives including political motivations or personal dislikes.
  • Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Trial for Fatal 'Rust' Set Shooting Begins with Jury Selection

    Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Trial for Fatal 'Rust' Set Shooting Begins with Jury Selection

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Actor Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial for the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of 'Rust' began with jury selection on July 9, 2024. The high-profile trial in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is expected to last eight days and determine Baldwin's guilt for discharging a prop gun that killed Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza in October 2021. The jury selection process involved potential jurors being questioned about their knowledge of the case and impartiality.
  • Ukrainian Missile Strike on Sevastopol: At Least Five Killed, Over 100 Injured

    Ukrainian Missile Strike on Sevastopol: At Least Five Killed, Over 100 Injured

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 At least five people, including three children, were killed and over 100 injured in a Ukrainian missile strike on Sevastopol in Crimea on June 23, 2024. The incident involved US-supplied ATACMS missiles equipped with cluster warheads. One deviated from its trajectory and exploded over the city, causing civilian casualties including a nine-year-old girl named Sofia Averyanov. Russia accused the US of providing Ukraine with the missiles and blamed Washington for the attack, while Ukraine has not commented. The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between Ukraine and Russia over Crimea.
  • Nato Chief Calls on China to Face Consequences for Aiding Russia in Ukraine Conflict with Crucial Technologies

    Nato Chief Calls on China to Face Consequences for Aiding Russia in Ukraine Conflict with Crucial Technologies

    Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg calls on China to face consequences for providing Russia with crucial technologies, fueling the largest armed conflict in Europe since World War II. Concerns grow over a potential anti-US front between Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran as Putin prepares for a trip to North Korea. Evidence suggests illegal transfers of ballistic missiles and munitions from North Korea to Russia.
  • Explosions in Luhansk and Kherson: At Least 26 Killed, Dozens Injured as Ukrainian and Russian Forces Clash

    Explosions in Luhansk and Kherson: At Least 26 Killed, Dozens Injured as Ukrainian and Russian Forces Clash

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 On June 7, 2024, explosions in Luhansk and Kherson regions of Ukraine resulted in at least 31 deaths and injuries. An oil depot was hit in Luhansk, causing a large fire. In Kherson, a shop was destroyed and residential areas were targeted with missiles. Ukrainian forces claimed responsibility for the attacks but Russian authorities accused them of targeting civilians. Despite gains by Ukrainian forces, ongoing conflict caused significant civilian casualties and hardships.
  • Six Killed, Dozens Injured in Kharkiv as Russia Continues Bombing Campaign Against Ukraine

    Six Killed, Dozens Injured in Kharkiv as Russia Continues Bombing Campaign Against Ukraine

    Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 At least six people were killed and dozens injured in separate Russian airstrikes on a hardware store and residential area in Kharkiv, Ukraine, on May 25. The attacks came as Russian forces made gains in the northeastern region, prompting calls for military aid from Ukrainian officials.
  • Violent Mobs Attack International Students in Bishkek: At Least 29 Injured, Embassies Issue Safety Advisories

    Violent Mobs Attack International Students in Bishkek: At Least 29 Injured, Embassies Issue Safety Advisories

    Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 Violent mobs have targeted international students, primarily from Pakistan and India, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. At least 29 people were injured in the attacks, with some reports suggesting serious injuries and even deaths. The incidents began after a fight between Egyptian students and locals escalated into larger violence against hostels housing foreign students. The Kyrgyz government has deployed security forces to maintain order, while embassies advise their citizens to stay safe and monitor the situation closely.
  • Violent Mobs Attack International Students in Bishkek: At Least 29 Injured, Embassies Issue Safety Advisories

    Violent Mobs Attack International Students in Bishkek: At Least 29 Injured, Embassies Issue Safety Advisories

    Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 Violent mobs have targeted international students, primarily from Pakistan and India, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. At least 29 people were injured in the attacks, with some reports suggesting serious injuries and even deaths. The incidents began after a fight between Egyptian students and locals escalated into larger violence against hostels housing foreign students. The Kyrgyz government has deployed security forces to maintain order, while embassies advise their citizens to stay safe and monitor the situation closely.
  • Georgians Protest Against Controversial 'Foreign Agent' Bill: Thousands Rally in Tbilisi, Fear Restriction of Freedom of Speech

    Georgians Protest Against Controversial 'Foreign Agent' Bill: Thousands Rally in Tbilisi, Fear Restriction of Freedom of Speech

    Broke On: Saturday, 11 May 2024 Tens of thousands of Georgians protested against their government's proposed 'foreign agent' bill on May 11 and 12, fearing it would restrict freedom of speech and association. The legislation, inspired by Russia's similar law, requires media outlets and NGOs with over 20% foreign funding to register as foreign agents. Critics argue it threatens democracy in Georgia. Protests continued into May 12 with international condemnation from the US, EU, and others.
  • Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Five Unsuccessful Russian Attacks in Kherson Oblast, Intense Fighting in Donetsk Region and Sumy Oblast, Civilian Casualties Reported

    Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Five Unsuccessful Russian Attacks in Kherson Oblast, Intense Fighting in Donetsk Region and Sumy Oblast, Civilian Casualties Reported

    Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 Intense fighting continues between Ukrainian and Russian forces in eastern Ukraine, with five unsuccessful attacks reported near Krynky (Kherson Oblast) over the past 24 hours. Ukrainian forces have inflicted losses on Russian occupation forces throughout the war zone, while civilian casualties have been reported from airstrikes. Moscow may be attempting to capture Chasiv Yar by May 9 as a trophy for World War II Victory Day ceremonies, amid ongoing conflicts and tensions.