Al-Monitor

Al-Monitor is a news website providing in-depth analysis and reporting on the Middle East and North Africa. The site features articles on various topics including politics, economy, culture, and society in countries such as Egypt, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon among others. It also covers US policy impacting the MENA region. The content is written by prominent journalists and experts from the Middle East and North Africa. Al-Monitor's mission is to foster a deeper understanding between the Middle East and the international community by providing insightful analysis pieces from diverse perspectives.

79%

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

85%

Examples:

  • The articles exhibit a slight bias towards reporting negative news about Iran and Israel-related issues.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The site features articles that discuss US policy in the Middle East, which may raise questions about potential conflicts of interest. However, no specific instances of conflict are identified.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Articles contain contradictions regarding Iran's nuclear program and its cooperation with nuclear inspectors.
  • Contradictory information is presented in the context of Israeli actions towards Palestine and Gaza hospital chief.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Some articles contain deceptive practices such as unsubstantiated claims and attempts to manipulate readers' perceptions.
  • The author in one article attempts to manipulate readers into believing that Saudi Arabia has changed its stance towards Israel when no such change has been made.

Recent Articles

  • Israel Frees Director of Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital Amid Controversy: Allegations of Torture and Neglect

    Israel Frees Director of Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital Amid Controversy: Allegations of Torture and Neglect

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Israel frees Al-Shifa Hospital director, Mohammed Abu Salmiya, after seven months in detention without charges. He alleges torture and medical neglect during his imprisonment, sparking controversy and international concern.
  • Israeli Military Shifts Focus from Hamas to Hezbollah Amidst Failed Hostage Release Negotiations

    Israeli Military Shifts Focus from Hamas to Hezbollah Amidst Failed Hostage Release Negotiations

    Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 Israeli military recommends shifting focus from Hamas in Gaza to Hezbollah in Lebanon after Netanyahu's hostage release proposal is rejected. The failure of the deal underscores the challenges of negotiating with Hamas and Israel's need for a comprehensive approach.
  • IAEA Board Condemns Iran for Nuclear Non-Cooperation: Implications and Responses

    IAEA Board Condemns Iran for Nuclear Non-Cooperation: Implications and Responses

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 The IAEA board of governors passed a resolution condemning Iran for not fully cooperating with nuclear inspectors, amid concerns that the country is attempting to develop a nuclear weapon. The decision was supported by the US and European partners despite initial reluctance, while 12 nations abstained from voting. Iran has responded by denouncing the decision and announcing it will enrich uranium to 60% purity at its underground Fordow nuclear facility.
  • Israel's Plan for Gaza: Military Control and Multinational Task Force

    Israel's Plan for Gaza: Military Control and Multinational Task Force

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024 Israel Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has proposed a plan for the future governance of Gaza after the war with Hamas is over. The proposal calls for Israel to maintain military control of Gaza's borders while a multinational task force oversees reconstruction and economic development in the territory. This plan, however, has been met with divisions within Israel's security cabinet as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned to the Middle East on Friday in an effort to ease escalating tensions.

  • U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on Individuals Involved in West Bank Violence

    Broke On: Friday, 01 December 2023 The U.S. is imposing visa restrictions on individuals involved in violence in the West Bank. The restrictions apply to both Israeli settlers and Palestinians. Immediate family members of these individuals may also be subject to the restrictions. The move is part of efforts to revive the two-state solution and address right-wing settler violence.