Saudi Arabia

Story gist: A public dispute unfolded on X between American and British parties. One side warned the other not to imitate Russia.

Bias summary: Left- and center-leaning outlets omitted coverage of the story. Right-leaning Al Arabiya framed it as a direct ‘American-British spat on X: Don’t imitate Russia,’ using confrontational language to highlight anti-Russia messaging and transatlantic tension. Absence of left/center perspectives excludes potential defenses of UK positions or softer Russia comparisons.

Story gist: In Iran, President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States and Israel of destabilizing the country amid protests. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the courage of Iranians, while former U.S. President Donald Trump stated America is ready to help and considered strong options against Iran.

Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets like CNN Arabic emphasize Trump’s readiness to assist protesters, portraying a supportive U.S. stance. Center outlets like BBC provide balanced coverage, quoting Pezeshkian’s accusations alongside Netanyahu’s praise without emphasis. Right-leaning outlets like Al Arabiya focus on Trump’s ‘very strong’ options hinting at military intervention, stressing aggressive potential.

Story gist: Rashad al-Alimi, head of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council, announced the formation of a Supreme Military Committee under the leadership of the Coalition in Yemen.

Bias summary: Left-leaning CNN Arabic frames the announcement neutrally, quoting ‘Coalition’ to highlight external leadership. Center outlets absent, leaving no moderate perspective on implications for Yemeni sovereignty. Right-leaning Sabq emphasizes success in camp handovers and committee’s role in restoring state institutions ‘peacefully or by war,’ with triumphant tone on achievements and resolve.

Story gist: ExxonMobil CEO described Venezuela as ‘uninvestable’ amid President Trump’s pursuit of $100 billion in investments there.

Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets absent, providing no coverage or pro-Venezuela perspective defending investability. Center (BBC) frames story around Trump’s investment efforts contrasted with Exxon’s dismissal, implying skepticism. Right (Al Arabiya) emphasizes reasons oil companies hesitate to enter Venezuela, focusing on explanatory critiques of the country’s conditions without mentioning Trump.

Story gist: QSD commander issued first comment on withdrawal of last QSD fighters from Aleppo. He announced agreement to stop clashes and exit of armed fighters.

Bias summary: Left-leaning CNN Arabic emphasizes de-escalation via agreement to halt clashes and militants’ exit, using ‘mسلحين’ for neutral-to-negative tone. Right-leaning Al Arabiya focuses on first comment about complete fighter withdrawal, implying final retreat without mentioning agreement. Center lane absent, lacking neutral factual recap.