Israel

Story gist: An external panel appointed by the IDF chief reviewed the Israeli army’s investigations into the October 7, 2023, attacks. The panel found most of those probes inadequate.

Bias summary: Left-leaning Haaretz frames the story with cautious optimism, highlighting ‘hope’ from the inquiry while emphasizing disappointment over the army chief’s omission of a state-commissioned probe, suggesting institutional shortcomings. Center-leaning The Times of Israel offers neutral, factual reporting without added tone or emphasis. Right-leaning The Jerusalem Post stresses revelations of specific failures in five prior probes, focusing on accountability and investigative progress, omitting broader criticisms of leadership.

Story gist: A senior Israeli official stated that Israel should aim to overthrow the Iranian regime by the end of U.S. President Donald Trump’s term in 2029. The remarks were reported by various outlets following the official’s comments.

Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets show no coverage, omitting any perspective on the statement and potentially avoiding amplification of aggressive foreign policy rhetoric. Center outlets frame it as a directive with ‘must set its goal,’ emphasizing urgency tied to Trump’s term. Right-leaning sources present it straightforwardly as a ‘goal to topple,’ highlighting strategic alignment without added alarm.

Story gist: The remains of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, killed during a 2014 conflict in Gaza, were returned to Israel after 11 years. The recovery involved international efforts and was announced recently.

Bias summary: Left-leaning Haaretz emphasizes the prolonged suffering of Goldin’s family and demands overdue apologies, using emotional tone to highlight humanitarian delays. Center outlet ABC News frames it neutrally within broader Israel-Gaza live updates, focusing on factual context like Netanyahu’s war comments without personal emphasis. Right-leaning coverage is absent, leaving out potential perspectives on Israeli determination or Hamas accountability.

Story gist: The UAE stated it will not join a proposed Gaza stabilization force without a clear legal framework. The World Bank backed a draft UN resolution on Gaza in a letter to the US, while the US and UN work to finalize a post-war plan for the region.

Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets like The Guardian frame the story around the UAE’s refusal, emphasizing legal uncertainties and potential obstacles to international involvement. Center sources such as Reuters highlight the World Bank’s endorsement of a UN resolution, offering a neutral report on diplomatic backing. Right-leaning The Jerusalem Post focuses on US-UN efforts to complete plans, portraying active progress toward resolution. No lane is absent.

Story gist: Jared Kushner met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel. The discussions covered disarming Hamas, demilitarizing Gaza, and truce progress hindered by trapped Hamas fighters.

Bias summary: Left-leaning Haaretz emphasizes security-focused outcomes like disarming Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza, highlighting Israeli strategic goals. Center Reuters neutrally stresses procedural obstacles, such as trapped fighters complicating truce efforts, without favoring sides. Right-leaning Jerusalem Post frames the meeting around the ongoing Gaza war, focusing on military context and omitting peace nuances, reflecting a hawkish tone.