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CNN Faces Internal Criticism Over Israel-Hamas War Coverage

Christiane Amanpour and other CNN staff confront executives over alleged 'double standards' and the network's coverage protocols.

  • CNN journalist Christiane Amanpour challenged executives on the network's Israel-Hamas war coverage, citing 'double standards'.
  • Staffers criticized the 'SecondEyes' program for slowing down reporting on Gaza and filtering news through Israel's military censor.
  • CNN's coverage has been accused of minimizing Palestinian suffering and not challenging Israeli narratives enough.
  • Arab and Muslim journalists at CNN feel their lives are seen as expendable and face pressure to denounce Hamas.
  • Amanpour urged for more experienced reporters on the ground, emphasizing the importance of firsthand reportage.
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