New York Times Faces Backlash for Publishing Op-Ed by Hamas-Appointed Mayor

Critics Accuse Publication of Bias, Draw Comparisons to Previous Controversy Over Senator Tom Cotton's Op-Ed

The New York Times published an op-ed by Hamas-appointed Gaza City mayor Yahya R. Sarraj, sparking outrage and accusations of bias.
Sarraj's op-ed condemned Israel for causing the deaths of over 20,000 people and damaging half the buildings in the Gaza Strip.
Many criticized the Times for providing a platform to a Hamas-appointed official, with some accusing the publication of promoting 'Jew hate'.
Others defended the Times, arguing it's important to listen to different perspectives, even if they are controversial or unpopular.
The publication of the op-ed has drawn comparisons to a previous controversy when the Times published an op-ed by Senator Tom Cotton, which led to the resignation of the opinion page editor.