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Fox News Puts On Propaganda Clinic For Israel In a compelling segment from The Young Turks, host Cenk Uygur critiques Fox News for its handling of news regarding Israel and Palestine, particularly surrounding the critical events in Gaza. This video dissects the framing of the Israeli government's actions, arguing that the US media, especially Fox, typically portrays Israel as a victim in conflicts, often downplaying the complexity of the situation. Uygur highlights how mainstream media has shifted in its reporting, noting a growing acknowledgment of the largely unarmed nature of the protesters in Gaza and the significant number of casualties resulting from the conflict. He points to reports from organizations like Doctors Without Borders and the United Nations that contradict the narrative often presented by right-leaning outlets. Key points discussed include:
- Media Bias: The history of US media typically siding with Israel, even when the circumstances show significant Palestinian suffering.
- Reporting on Casualties: The video mentions over 2400 injuries and specific casualties during protests, illustrating the human cost of the ongoing violence.
- Framing of Protests: Uygur criticizes the portrayal of protests as violent, while many participants were described as unarmed, calling attention to the disparity in media representation.
- Embassy Move to Jerusalem: The provocative timing of the protests coincided with the US Embassy's relocation to Jerusalem, a move seen as detrimental to peace efforts.
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