Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine, Gaza, and East Asia Conflicts
The global arms industry's revenue increased by 4.2% to $632 billion in 2023, primarily due to the Ukraine and Gaza wars and rising East Asian tensions; Russian arms sales surged by 40%, while some European manufacturers also experienced significant growth, but others declined.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine, Gaza, and East Asia Conflicts
The global arms industry's revenue increased by 4.2% to $632 billion in 2023, primarily due to the Ukraine and Gaza wars and rising East Asian tensions; Russian arms sales surged by 40%, while some European manufacturers also experienced significant growth, but others declined.
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36% Bias Score
Israeli Airstrike Kills Five in Gaza, Including World Central Kitchen Workers
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including World Central Kitchen (WCK) employees, on Saturday, prompting the organization to suspend operations; Israel claims one of the victims was involved in the October 7th Hamas attack.
Israeli Airstrike Kills Five in Gaza, Including World Central Kitchen Workers
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including World Central Kitchen (WCK) employees, on Saturday, prompting the organization to suspend operations; Israel claims one of the victims was involved in the October 7th Hamas attack.
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60% Bias Score
Israeli Airstrike Kills Five in Gaza, Including Aid Workers
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including World Central Kitchen workers, prompting WCK to pause operations and raising concerns about the safety of aid workers in the conflict zone.
Israeli Airstrike Kills Five in Gaza, Including Aid Workers
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including World Central Kitchen workers, prompting WCK to pause operations and raising concerns about the safety of aid workers in the conflict zone.
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56% Bias Score
42 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Gaza Offensive
Israeli attacks in Gaza have killed at least 42 Palestinians, with 24 in Nuseirat and 10 in Beit Lahiya, as of Friday, amid reports of widespread destruction and a worsening humanitarian crisis; a separate stampede at a bakery killed three more amid food shortages.
42 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Gaza Offensive
Israeli attacks in Gaza have killed at least 42 Palestinians, with 24 in Nuseirat and 10 in Beit Lahiya, as of Friday, amid reports of widespread destruction and a worsening humanitarian crisis; a separate stampede at a bakery killed three more amid food shortages.
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52% Bias Score
Israel's Gaza Assault Continues Despite Ceasefire, ICC Issues Arrest Warrants
Despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah, Israel's continued assault on Gaza has caused numerous civilian deaths and a dire humanitarian crisis, leading to the International Criminal Court issuing arrest warrants for Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Gallant on charges of war crimes and...
Israel's Gaza Assault Continues Despite Ceasefire, ICC Issues Arrest Warrants
Despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah, Israel's continued assault on Gaza has caused numerous civilian deaths and a dire humanitarian crisis, leading to the International Criminal Court issuing arrest warrants for Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Gallant on charges of war crimes and...
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56% Bias Score
ICC Warrants for Israeli Officials Pose Dilemma for Germany
The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged crimes against humanity, creating a diplomatic challenge for Germany, a close ally of Israel and a signatory to the ICC.
ICC Warrants for Israeli Officials Pose Dilemma for Germany
The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged crimes against humanity, creating a diplomatic challenge for Germany, a close ally of Israel and a signatory to the ICC.
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52% Bias Score
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine and Gaza Conflicts
The global arms trade reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the Ukraine war and Gaza conflict; European and US companies overcame supply chain issues to meet demand, while Russia's sales surged 40% due to increased domestic production, and Israeli arms sales hit record highs.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion Amidst Ukraine and Gaza Conflicts
The global arms trade reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the Ukraine war and Gaza conflict; European and US companies overcame supply chain issues to meet demand, while Russia's sales surged 40% due to increased domestic production, and Israeli arms sales hit record highs.
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40% Bias Score
UN Halts Gaza Aid Amid Worsening Humanitarian Crisis
The UN halted aid to Gaza due to armed gang looting, worsening a humanitarian crisis amid Israeli strikes that killed at least six, including children, in tent camps and Rafah, while a former Israeli defense minister accused the government of war crimes, and a ceasefire with Hezbollah does not addre...
UN Halts Gaza Aid Amid Worsening Humanitarian Crisis
The UN halted aid to Gaza due to armed gang looting, worsening a humanitarian crisis amid Israeli strikes that killed at least six, including children, in tent camps and Rafah, while a former Israeli defense minister accused the government of war crimes, and a ceasefire with Hezbollah does not addre...
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44% Bias Score
Israel Kills WCK Employee in Gaza, Claiming Involvement in October Attacks
The Israeli army confirmed the targeted killing of a World Central Kitchen employee in Gaza on December 1st, claiming involvement in October's attacks; five people died, including three WCK staff, prompting WCK to suspend its mission.
Israel Kills WCK Employee in Gaza, Claiming Involvement in October Attacks
The Israeli army confirmed the targeted killing of a World Central Kitchen employee in Gaza on December 1st, claiming involvement in October's attacks; five people died, including three WCK staff, prompting WCK to suspend its mission.
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56% Bias Score
UN Calls for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire Amidst Dire Humanitarian Crisis
Following a visit to Gaza, UN spokesperson Jeremy Laurence called for an immediate ceasefire, citing a dire humanitarian crisis caused by 14 months of conflict, widespread destruction of infrastructure, and desperate pleas for peace from the population; international mediation efforts are ongoing, w...
UN Calls for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire Amidst Dire Humanitarian Crisis
Following a visit to Gaza, UN spokesperson Jeremy Laurence called for an immediate ceasefire, citing a dire humanitarian crisis caused by 14 months of conflict, widespread destruction of infrastructure, and desperate pleas for peace from the population; international mediation efforts are ongoing, w...
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64% Bias Score
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Resume Amidst Regional Tensions
Amidst renewed ceasefire talks in Cairo, involving Hamas and Egypt, and a separate ceasefire holding in Lebanon, incoming US President Trump prioritizes a swift Gaza resolution including hostage release before his inauguration, while Israel fears Syrian arms shipments to Hezbollah.
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Resume Amidst Regional Tensions
Amidst renewed ceasefire talks in Cairo, involving Hamas and Egypt, and a separate ceasefire holding in Lebanon, incoming US President Trump prioritizes a swift Gaza resolution including hostage release before his inauguration, while Israel fears Syrian arms shipments to Hezbollah.
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40% Bias Score
42 Palestinians Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 42 Palestinians, while the UN warns of a looming humanitarian crisis with over two million people trapped and facing food and water shortages, amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire.
42 Palestinians Killed in Intensified Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 42 Palestinians, while the UN warns of a looming humanitarian crisis with over two million people trapped and facing food and water shortages, amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire.
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40% Bias Score