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Al Jazeera English

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Clad has been grading Al Jazeera English segments since Jun 2026 — 235 reports so far, published as notable segments air. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Israel & Gaza, Foreign Policy. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how Al Jazeera English's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

Reports

B Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera traces 'super coral' breeding and sea-cooling tech to save reefs from heatwaves

Aug 29, 2026

The 101 East documentary follows coral researchers in Palau testing heat-tolerant 'super corals' through selective breeding and outplanting, visits Australian efforts including marine cloud brightening to cool reefs and larval 'seeding' to restore the Great Barrier Reef, and interviews scientists, Palau's president, and skeptic Terry Hughes. It details global bleaching events, with the 2023-2025 event called the worst, and questions whether technological fixes can outpace rising temperatures driven by emissions. Sourcing relies on on-location interviews with named experts from PICRC, Southern Cross University, CSIRO, and James Cook University, plus graphics on bleaching and IPCC projections. Throughline contrasts local stewardship and innovation with global inaction on fossil fuels, featuring criticism of corporate and Saudi funding.

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A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Al Jazeera reports evacuations in Bidur, Nepal, amid overflowing barrier lake threat

Aug 28, 2026

The segment is on-the-ground reporting from Bidur, Nepal, showing residents carrying belongings up a mountainside road and into the jungle to escape a threatened second flash flood. A barrier lake upstream is reported as overflowing, prompting evacuation orders for civilians and relief workers; the reporter notes both sides of the river are now mud-filled where houses once stood, with many locals reporting missing family members. Search and rescue is hampered by the mud, relying primarily on helicopters while ground crews struggle. The reporting relies on direct observation, interviews with fearful residents and a volunteering relief worker who cites government instructions prioritizing safety, and contextual description of the Wednesday disaster's origin near the Nepal-China border. No named experts or graphics are used; the reporter identifies himself at the end from Bidur, Nepal.

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B Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera traces Iran's pivot to Strait of Hormuz leverage six months into US-Israel war

Aug 28, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment reviews six months since the February 28, 2026 US-Israeli strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. It details Mojtaba Khamenei's succession, Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz as new leverage, the failure of its previous forward-deterrence strategy via proxies, and shifts in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. The report concludes that Tehran is building a geography-and-missiles-based replacement strategy amid new US sanctions on oil and finance. Sourcing relies on the reporter's analysis and unnamed regional dynamics with no named experts or on-screen graphics. The throughline is Iran's adaptation under fire despite proxy setbacks, presented as a narrative from Tehran’s evolving political and military reality.

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B Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Trump tells Al Jazeera he has ‘no timetable’ for Iran talks amid six-month war

Aug 26, 2026

The Al Jazeera English broadcast featured an exclusive phone interview with President Trump conducted by correspondent Tanya Noury, in which he stated there is 'no timetable' for Iran to return to negotiations, described both economic sanctions and military action as effective, and claimed the US is 'winning very big' as Iran's economy collapses with massive inflation and protester killings. The segment included on-the-ground reporting from Bandar Abbas showing shopkeepers facing worsened hardship from expanded US sanctions under 'Operation Economic Outcast,' though some said they could weather it. Studio discussion with Noury at the White House covered the approaching six-month mark of the war (started Feb. 28), ongoing communications with Iran, lack of comment on an Iran-Oman Hormuz deal, past Trump threats to Oman, and the unrevealing CIA Director John Ratcliffe visit to Moscow. Sourcing mixed named officials, the president himself, Iranian voices, and analysts; graphics referenced inflation and sanctions.

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A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Indonesia wildfires burn over 38,000 hectares in West Kalimantan as haze spreads

Aug 26, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment, reported live from West Kalimantan, details ongoing wildfires across Indonesia with the largest burned area (more than 38,000 hectares) in that province. It highlights active firefighting near homes, hotspots concentrated in West Kalimantan, South Sumatra, and Papua, deployment of tens of thousands of personnel, President Prabowo’s directive to extinguish all fires within two weeks, scaled-up water bombing and weather modification (cloud seeding), and specific challenges extinguishing peat fires due to deep peat layers (2-7 meters), water shortages, and the soil-root texture that allows fires to smolder for days. The report also covers severe haze impacts on residents, including widespread coughs, millions of respiratory infection cases (especially in children), closure of thousands of schools for distance learning in West Kalimantan, and transboundary smoke affecting Malaysia. Sourcing draws from on-site observation, local resident interviews, and official government efforts without named external experts.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Iran rial hits record 2 million to dollar as US readies new sanctions

Aug 24, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment from Tehran correspondent Tohid Desadi discussed ongoing diplomatic efforts amid economic crisis. It covered a Pakistani high-level delegation's arrival for bilateral talks and potential mediation between Iran and the US, plus an upcoming Omani foreign minister visit focused on Strait of Hormuz arrangements. Iranian officials cited historical mistrust from the JCPOA and an unfulfilled Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, stating Iran would not let the "aggressor" dictate war termination terms. The report detailed pre-war inflation above 42%, current point-to-point inflation at 87-88% (food/beverages 130%), specific commodity price surges (vegetable oil 399%, eggs/chicken ~200%), nearly half the population in poverty, eroded purchasing power, and the rial hitting a record low around 2 million to the dollar. It highlighted daily struggles with groceries and broader expenses amid war uncertainty. Sourcing relied on the live correspondent in Tehran, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, official statistics, and historical context on US sanctions since 1979. No US officials or independent economists were interviewed; graphics were not prominently referenced.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Conakry landfill landslide kills 30 after heavy rains

Aug 23, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment reports on a catastrophic landslide at the Dar es Salaam landfill in Conakry, Guinea's capital, that buried homes and residents around 2 a.m. after heavy rains. Eyewitness accounts describe an initial collapse followed by a second wave that killed people who had rushed to help, with entire families lost and many of the victims too young to flee in the dark. Residents express anger, stating they had protested for years, organized sit-ins, and warned officials who failed to act; the report notes recent government pledges to close and relocate the site came too late. Guinea's Prime Minister visited the site, urging calm and solidarity, while authorities pledged resources for the affected. The reporting relies primarily on direct resident interviews from the Dar es Salaam neighborhood, footage of the ongoing search with excavators, and on-the-scene statements. It features no named independent experts but includes the journalist's summary of community sentiment and official visits, framing the tragedy as the result of long-term inaction on a known hazard in one of the city's poorest areas.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Serbia, North Macedonia battle advancing wildfires amid Balkan heat wave

Aug 23, 2026

The segment reports on ongoing major wildfires in North Macedonia, where heat waves, drought and wind have fueled dozens of fires that firefighters and locals struggled to contain with basic tools, and in Serbia, where a significant blaze has torn through the Deliblato Sands nature reserve east of Belgrade. It notes Serbia previously sent crews to Spain and received reciprocal aid, highlighting a Serbian official claiming urgent requests to Russia and the European mechanism allowed them to save all lives and homes — an 'unmatched' achievement. The report ends with correspondent Minka Alazer stating this year's season is unprecedented, Europe is the fastest-warming continent, and governments are discussing better fire planning as scientists warn of future risks.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 55% Left-leaning

L

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El-Sayed rebuts Vance attacks, blames Trump policies for rising costs and health access issues

Aug 23, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment features Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed directly responding to criticism from Vice President JD Vance. El-Sayed argues that his Muslim immigrant background is not responsible for rising costs or health care barriers, instead attributing them to Trump administration decisions on energy, trade, and health policy. He urges focus on policy over personal attacks and highlights America's inclusivity, noting Vance himself benefits from immigration through his wife's Indian immigrant family (referencing "papaw"). The clip is a short rebuttal excerpt without additional guests or graphics. Sourcing relies on El-Sayed's statements and implied prior Vance comments about Sharia law remarks; no independent data visuals or opposing interviews are included. The throughline defends El-Sayed's candidacy by pivoting from identity politics to economic and health critiques of the current administration.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

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Singapore Police release deepfake Zoom call impersonating PM Wong after S$4.9M scam

Aug 23, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment details a sophisticated deepfake scam in Singapore where criminals used AI-generated video of a virtual government meeting featuring Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and other officials. The victim was convinced to transfer nearly $4 million for a fake investment tied to the Strait of Hormuz. It includes demonstrations of easy real-time face-swapping using open-source tools at Nanyang Technological University and interviews on detection difficulties. The piece notes deepfake scams, especially those impersonating officials or celebrities for investments, are the most lucrative form of AI fraud.

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B Grade

Political Lean 45% Left-leaning

L

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Canadian premiers unite against Trump tariffs, declare US relationship 'abusive'

Aug 22, 2026

The short video compiles recent statements from Canadian provincial premiers reacting to the escalation of a trade war with the United States. It opens with British Columbia Premier David Eby stating the US administration under Trump cannot be trusted and that any signed agreement would likely be short-lived. An unidentified premier (Ontario's Doug Ford) then describes the bilateral relationship as an 'abusive relationship,' argues it has fundamentally changed, and calls for all premiers to adopt a unified 'Team Canada' approach with no outliers to fight back aggressively. The clip, uploaded August 23, 2026, by Al Jazeera English, references Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to suspend talks after what he called a 'bad deal' and the imposition of 50% US tariffs. No US officials or independent analysts appear; sourcing relies on direct premier soundbites and implied recent news events.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Iran Warns Countries Joining US 'Economic D-Day' Will Be Deemed Enemies

Aug 22, 2026

The short clip features an Iranian official warning neighboring and global countries against participating in the US-led 'economic war' or sanctions against Iran. He states such participants will be considered enemies, that Iran will first negotiate and urge them to step aside, and if unsuccessful will harm their interests in stages, comparing the response to an 'earthquake.' The segment is presented as Iran's direct rebuttal to recent US threats. Sourcing relies on the unnamed Iranian speaker (later identified as Mohsen Rezaei, head of the Supreme National Security Council) on state television, with no additional experts, graphics, or US responses included in the short format. The throughline frames Iran as seeking to avoid broader conflict while issuing firm deterrent threats.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 35% Right-leaning

L

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Trump claims sanctions leave Iran with no money, navy or air force

Aug 21, 2026

The Al Jazeera Short features Donald Trump stating that U.S. sanctions and blockade have left Iran economically crippled with no money, no functional navy or air force, unpaid soldiers and police, and 350% inflation. He asserts the U.S. has total control over the Strait of Hormuz and adjacent land areas, suggesting Iran wants a deal but is not yet ready to accept terms favorable to the U.S. The segment is a direct clip of Trump's remarks with minimal additional commentary. Sourcing is solely Trump's statements; no independent verification, graphics, or opposing guests are included. The throughline is that maximum pressure is working and weakening Iran's regime.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Iran reports 87.9% point-to-point inflation in July 2026 amid food price spikes and fuel shortfall

Aug 19, 2026

The segment reports from a Tehran bazaar on Iran's high inflation, with point-to-point rates over 87% and food price surges including hundreds of percent for staples like vegetable oil, rice, eggs, and chicken. It includes street interviews on household struggles, detergent price rises linked to petrochemical attacks, and warnings of a 15 million liter daily gasoline shortfall raising fuel hike fears. Officials note uncertainty from Iran-US tensions affecting markets. Sourcing draws on unnamed officials, on-the-ground voices, and implied government statistics; no named experts or graphics referenced.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 10% Left-leaning

L

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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on $20 billion Canadian imports for three days

Aug 19, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment covers President Trump's announcement of a last-minute deal with Canada to pause planned 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion in Canadian imports for three days. Trump states the pause follows a call with Prime Minister Mark Carney, eliminates tariffs on US farmers exporting to Canada, reduces some US tariffs on Canadian autos, and is subject to final documents. Additional remarks touch on oil flows through a strait and prices.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Palestinian Circus stages 'Step and a Half' at Edinburgh Fringe

Aug 19, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment profiles Palestinian performers from Nablus, Jenin, and Ramallah at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It highlights their use of circus techniques and symbolism to convey messages of hope, freedom, and resistance through a show titled 'Step and a Half.' The Palestinian Circus charity is described as using acrobatics and juggling for trauma healing in the occupied territories, with some members performing internationally. Audience members offer positive reactions, and the piece notes displacement as a recurring theme for the group.

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C+ Grade

Political Lean 55% Left-leaning

L

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Gaza aid fleet shrinks to 300 trucks amid damaged roads and restricted parts

Aug 19, 2026

The segment details the collapse of Gaza's aid transport network, with only 300 of 1,200 pre-war trucks operational due to damage and parts shortages. It traces aid from Egypt through Rafah and Kerem Shalom crossings for Israeli inspection, then along Salah al-Din or Rashid roads to distribution points. It highlights extreme price spikes for tires and spares, and profiles a driver whose son was reportedly shot by an Israeli soldier on the Philadelphi Corridor after a truck breakdown. Sourcing relies on unnamed transport association statements, family testimony, and on-the-ground footage; no Israeli officials or counter-sources appear.

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A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Angelique Kidjo receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star as first Black African artist

Aug 19, 2026

Al Jazeera English segment covers Beninese singer Angelique Kidjo receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The clip features her acceptance remarks emphasizing global unity, shared humanity, and opposition to war and division. The report relies on her direct speech rather than narration or additional sources. It aligns with the August 18, 2026 ceremony announcement by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce naming her the first Black African artist to receive the honor in the Recording category.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

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China launches AI summer camps in Hangzhou for children visiting Six Little Dragons startups

Aug 19, 2026

The segment follows children traveling from Beijing to Hangzhou for AI-focused summer camps. It highlights visits to the Six Little Dragons high-tech firms and frames the camps as part of China's broader AI push. A government target to integrate AI into school curricula by 2030 is cited as driving demand. The report contrasts overhyped expensive courses with one more realistic program aimed at inspiration rather than mastery. Reporter Rob McBride closes from Hangzhou.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

L

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Ubud Bali gym owner ejects three Israeli tourists over alleged IDF links and staff rudeness

Aug 18, 2026

The segment shows video of a Ubud gym owner confronting and removing three Israeli tourists. The owner accuses them of IDF service, killing babies, and rudeness to local staff, stating he does not serve Israelis or the IDF. He explains the ejection followed a staff complaint and notes the group left a negative Google review alleging racism over religion, which he denies mentioning.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 10% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera films aid shortfalls and makeshift shelters in Manggarai after Flores quake

Aug 18, 2026

The segment reports from Manggarai (East Nusa Tenggara) after the August 15, 2026 magnitude 7.7 quake. It shows destroyed homes in Rion Village, residents in plastic-and-bamboo tents, and communities without food, medicine or clean water, including a roadside plea for help. It notes more than 9,000 people displaced across the province with aid unevenly distributed. The second paragraph covers sourcing: field footage and resident interviews only, no named experts or officials, and emphasis on conditions for children in extreme heat and cold.

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A Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Al Jazeera explains recent magnitude-7+ quakes in multiple countries as normal fluctuation

Aug 18, 2026

The segment addresses a cluster of magnitude-7+ earthquakes in 2026 that struck Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia, causing thousands of casualties. It argues these events do not signal a global increase in seismic activity. The broadcast cites USGS guidance that short-term fluctuations are normal and displays a 10-year graph averaging roughly 133 magnitude-6+ quakes annually. It explains fatality differences through building codes and wealth, then describes plate tectonics and highlights the Pacific Ring of Fire. The report closes with the record 9.5-magnitude 1960 Valdivia, Chile earthquake.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 82% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera profiles 10-year-old Ahmed Naim's survival after Gaza City strike

Aug 18, 2026

The segment centers on 10-year-old Ahmed Naim, rescued from rubble in Gaza City after an Israeli strike on his family home. It details his 12-day entrapment, survival on minimal milk, physical frailty, lasting speech issues, and loss of 49 family members, with his aunt as the other survivor. Psychologists comment on widespread PTSD among Gaza children, citing over 80% showing symptoms and shortages of support resources. The piece ends noting many others did not survive similar strikes. Sourcing relies on the aunt's account, a Gaza civil defense rescuer, and unnamed psychologists; no graphics or external data visuals referenced beyond the on-camera testimony.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Russian missile strike kills at least 10 in Kharkiv region town 50 km from frontline

Aug 18, 2026

The segment covers breaking news of a Russian missile strike in a Kharkiv region town roughly 50 km from the front line, reporting at least 10 killed and 8 injured with damage to civilian infrastructure including a post office and cafes. It notes ongoing strikes in the Dnipro region town of Pavlohrad at similar distance from the line and that casualty figures are still rising. Reporter Audrey McCalpine joins from Kyiv with initial details from the scene. Emergency services remain active. The broadcast relies on statements from the regional governor and first impressions from responders.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

L

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Kushner predicts Hamas disarmament in Gaza could start within 30 days

Aug 17, 2026

The segment covers ongoing violence in Gaza since the October 2025 ceasefire, personal stories of loss, and stalled US-backed peace efforts. It highlights Jared Kushner's recent regional visit, his meetings with Hamas in Cairo and Israeli officials, and optimistic comments on near-term disarmament progress. Hamas issued a statement agreeing to a roadmap but conditioning full implementation on Israeli compliance via the Board of Peace. Gaza's destruction and lack of reconstruction are underscored.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 25% Left-leaning

L

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Trump proposes declaring Strait of Hormuz US territory after Iran defeat

Aug 17, 2026

Al Jazeera English segment reports President Trump's recent remarks doubling down on making the Strait of Hormuz US territory, citing the ongoing blockade that he says controls shipping and reduces Iranian oil exports. It features analysis from Brian Clark of the Hudson Institute on maximalist positions from both sides, the expired June memorandum of understanding, Iranian factions including the IRGC, and limited US military options short of full escort operations. The second half covers Clark's view that diplomacy has stalled with talks across Iranian institutions yielding little traction with the IRGC, economic pressure from the blockade, and his prediction of a resolution involving Iran and Oman with fees plus a US fig leaf.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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US-Iran MoU expires as Strait of Hormuz standoff persists

Aug 16, 2026

The segment analyzes the impending expiry of the June 2026 US-Iran MoU, which aimed to halt military action and open 60 days of talks that have stalled. It covers the ongoing Hormuz closure by Iran, US sanctions and port blockade, and limited negotiation progress via Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman. Expert Alan Eyre, a former US diplomat on the 2015 JCPOA team, argues the expiry changes little due to prior violations and describes Iran's strategy to pressure the US ahead of midterms. He outlines Trump's constrained options, including ceding control of the strait or walking away, amid risks of escalation against Gulf infrastructure.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 75% Left-leaning

L

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Albanese links Qusra settler siege to West Bank displacement policy

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese commenting on recent events in the West Bank village of Qusra. She placed local settler actions in the context of decades of Israeli policy, the ICJ advisory opinion on the occupation, and alleged state-enabled displacement. Albanese described Israel outsourcing coercion to settlers and advancing ethnic cleansing. She referenced statements by Israeli ministers about shifting focus from Gaza to the West Bank. The segment relies on her analysis with no additional guests or on-screen data.

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A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

R

Al Jazeera reports from Labuan Bajo on Flores after M7.7 quake kills dozens

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired a live report from correspondent Jessica Washington in Labuan Bajo (spelled variously in the segment) on Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara province. The segment described damage to a hotel and other buildings, evacuation of guests, and listed priority hard-hit areas of Manggarai, East Manggarai, Sikka and Nagekeo. It noted the local government's two-week emergency declaration, at least 5,000 people in shelters, and ongoing search-and-rescue plus aid distribution efforts. The report referenced planes carrying rescue personnel and supplies, confirmed that crews were reaching most affected communities despite some roadblocks, and emphasized priorities of medicine, food, water and shelter materials. No named guests or additional experts appeared; sourcing relied on unnamed local authorities and on-scene observation.

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C+ Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

L

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Orthopedic surgeon Mark Perlmutter recounts leg amputation on 5-year-old in Gaza without anesthesia

Aug 16, 2026

Al Jazeera English aired a clip of orthopedic surgeon Mark Perlmutter describing a leg amputation he performed on a five-year-old girl in Gaza without proper anesthesia. The only sedation came from the anesthesiologist singing to her; she remained awake throughout. Perlmutter ties the 3 a.m. procedure to the ceasefire breaking at 2:30 a.m. on the 18th, notes the ER filled with children missing limbs at a small 40-50 bed hospital, and recalls texting a U.S. senator and Trump's campaign manager to urge President Trump to intervene as Reagan did in 1982.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 55% Left-leaning

L

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Hind Khoudary opens beach cafe in Gaza City to revive pre-war routines

Aug 15, 2026

The AJ Shorts video features Palestinian journalist Hind Khoudary describing her recent decision to open a beach cafe in Gaza City. She highlights daily challenges securing electricity and water, the high costs involved, and the effort to offer even a small service to locals. Segments show people enjoying the beach through activities like watching sunsets, singing, and playing drums. The piece positions the cafe as an attempt to restore a beloved aspect of life in the enclave. It draws on Khoudary's firsthand experience as both resident and reporter.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

L

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Caroline Bezengi tanker oil spill reaches Omani coastline after June grounding

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers a major oil spill from the grounded Caroline Bezengi tanker off Oman's Dhofar coast near the Hallaniyat Islands marine reserve. It describes cleanup efforts, the vessel's leakage spreading to shoreline and protected habitats, and the tanker's route from Russia toward India. The report identifies the tanker as part of Russia's shadow fleet under sanctions, notes an explosion reported off Yemen in early June, and references broader shipping risks from conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, plus separate slicks in the Gulf.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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KNPB stages West Papua protests marking 64th anniversary of 1962 New York Agreement

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers demonstrations across West Papua commemorating the 1962 New York Agreement, met with police dispersal using tear gas and water cannons. It highlights indigenous views of denied self-determination, KNPB organization, and claims of military operations displacing tens of thousands.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 55% Left-leaning

L

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Settlers besiege three Palestinian families in Qusra homes for nearly a week

Aug 15, 2026

The Al Jazeera short reports on three Palestinian families trapped in two homes in Qusra, south of Nablus, for nearly a week as of mid-August 2026. Israeli settlers and soldiers are described as surrounding the homes, restricting supplies, and sabotaging utilities while attempting to enter. It highlights fear among residents including two young girls and notes a prior similar siege in nearby Jalud that forced a family to flee after months.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

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Delfland bans surface water irrigation in Westland as drought cracks Dutch dikes

Aug 15, 2026

The segment reports on visible cracks in Dutch dikes from prolonged drought, water authorities prioritizing dike safety by banning fresh water use for irrigation, and resulting panic among greenhouse growers in Westland. It includes on-site footage, grower interviews warning of crop losses within days, and expert commentary linking the event to accelerating climate change. Sourcing draws on local water authority statements, grower accounts, and unnamed experts. The report emphasizes the Netherlands' established water priority hierarchy and backup measures like stored fresh water or potential treated sewage use.

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B Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Mogadishu opens first government water quality lab in decades

Aug 12, 2026

The segment reports on the opening of a new government water quality testing laboratory in Mogadishu, the first in decades, making tests mandatory and free for well operators. It highlights residents' long uncertainty over drinking water quality, contamination risks from wells, tanker trucks, and bottling facilities, and links to waterborne diseases. Interviews include officials announcing certification requirements, a bottling company operator welcoming oversight while denying sales of contaminated water, residents noting improved safety from tested wells, and laboratory workers conducting tests on dug wells. Sourcing relies on on-the-ground reporting by correspondent Ahmed (likely from Al Jazeera), with visuals of the lab, trucks, and testing. No named external experts or anonymous officials; it presents balanced views from government, operators, residents, and unnamed critics questioning scalability for a city of over 3 million. The throughline is cautious optimism about reduced contamination amid ongoing challenges in a post-conflict setting.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 55% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera: Ex-US diplomat urges Trump to accept Iranian Hormuz control for temporary reopening

Aug 11, 2026

The segment discusses ongoing mediation by Pakistan and Qatar amid the 2026 US-Iran war, focusing on advanced Iran-Oman talks for a temporary traffic separation scheme (TSS) in the Strait of Hormuz with agreed routes and GPS coordinates. It notes Iran's conditions—war damages compensation, unfreezing assets, ending regional fighting (including Israel-Hezbollah), and lifting the naval blockade—before reopening, linking these to a June memorandum of understanding signed by Trump and Pezeshkian. Guest Alan Eyre, former JCPOA negotiator, explains the temporary 60-day nature, Iran's 'war footing' leverage, US veto power despite outsourced diplomacy, and sequencing disputes. He advises Trump to 'take the less bad deal' by accepting short-term Iranian sovereignty over the strait, using existing talking points to claim victory, warning of economic pain in a month if shipping stays constricted alongside Bab el-Mandeb issues. Sourcing mixes unnamed reports, recent statements from Oman/Qatar, and Trump's public claim on demining.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Search for survivors continues after 7.4 quake kills over 200 in Colombia

Aug 11, 2026

The short Al Jazeera segment reports on the immediate aftermath of a major earthquake in western Colombia, focusing on ongoing searches for survivors amid collapsed buildings and damaged infrastructure. It highlights impacts on health facilities, including partial collapse of a hospital tower serving cardiology and pediatric patients and full evacuation of another clinic, alongside damage to water systems affecting medical operations. The clip includes foreign speech, likely from officials or on-scene reporting, and emphasizes the urgent need for rescue efforts. Sourcing relies on implied official updates and on-the-ground footage rather than named experts. No specific death toll or magnitude is stated in the clip itself. The throughline is the human and infrastructural toll in the first hours and days after the August 10, 2026 event.

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B Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Russia claims 396 Ukrainian drones downed as strikes hit Orenburg refinery and Voronezh warehouses

Aug 11, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment reported on an overnight wave of Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia. It cited Russian air defenses destroying 396 drones across several regions, with specific impacts including an attack on an oil refinery or industrial site in Orenburg region and a strike in Voronezh region that killed one person, injured two, and caused a major fire at two warehouses of the retailer Wildberries. The report framed these as part of Ukraine intensifying long-range strikes into Russian territory. Sourcing relied primarily on Russian official statements from the Defense Ministry and local authorities. It included brief comments from President Vladimir Putin rejecting quick freezes of the conflict without achieving the "special military operation" goals of demilitarization and Ukrainian neutrality. No Ukrainian officials or independent analysts were quoted in the clip.

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B Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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US Depletes Half of Patriot, THAAD Stocks Six Months into Iran War

Aug 10, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment examines US munitions depletion nearly six months after the February 28, 2026 start of the US-Iran war (Operation Epic Fury). It reports heavy use of Patriot (up to 60%), THAAD (halved), Tomahawk (850 in first month, over 1,000 total), and other precision missiles, forcing selective intercepts and potential limits on strikes. Reports detail redeployments from South Korea, costs ($4M per Patriot, $12-15M per THAAD), and multi-year replenishment timelines. Guests Mark Cancian (CSIS) and Dan Grazier (Stimson Center) discuss predictability, systemic industrial base failures despite high spending, risks to Taiwan contingencies, impacts on allies, and shifts toward diplomacy.

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B Grade

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US and Iran engage in indirect talks via Oman and Pakistan amid conflicting signals

Aug 9, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment analyzes the indirect US-Iran negotiation process, noting Iran's refusal of direct talks leads to communications routed through Omani and Pakistani intermediaries. It describes positive signals received by the US contrasted with seemingly contradictory hardline announcements from Tehran, attributing this to IRGC elements overriding the foreign ministry. The discussion highlights US perceptions that diplomats have agreed on core issues like sanctions relief, but new non-negotiable demands such as reparations repeatedly emerge. The segment frames this as the two sides talking past each other, complicating progress on a potential agreement following the 2026 war and ceasefire memorandum. Sourcing relies on unnamed diplomats and Washington interpretations without on-camera guests or specific named experts in the provided transcript. It references recent weeks of apparent near-agreements derailed by Tehran statements, aligning with broader coverage of ongoing Hormuz-focused technical talks mediated by Oman and Qatar as of early August 2026.

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Indonesia's landfills exceed capacity as Bantar Gebang hits 65m height

Aug 9, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment focuses on Bantar Gebang, Indonesia's largest landfill on Jakarta's outskirts, depicting a 100+ hectare site with waste piled 65m high. It highlights risks including strong odors, methane gas fires, and trash landslides, referencing a March 2026 collapse that killed seven people. The report covers the Indonesian government's pledge to end open dumping, introduce mandatory waste sorting at source, reshape slopes, improve drainage, manage methane, and accept only residual waste at landfills. Sourcing relies on on-site footage, reporter Jessica Washington in Jakarta, an interview with a government official describing engineering improvements, and direct quotes from informal waste collectors worried about lost income. The piece notes the policy as one of the biggest waste reforms in decades while acknowledging plans for safer formal jobs and more processing facilities.

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Al Jazeera traces threats to Machu Picchu and Río Plátano from tourism, deforestation

Aug 8, 2026

The Al Jazeera segment examines two UNESCO World Heritage sites facing existential threats. In Peru, it visits Machu Picchu, highlighting tourist foot traffic causing stone erosion, climate-driven landslides, melting glaciers, waste issues, and the recent approval of a master plan capping daily visitors at 5,600 while addressing sewage and urban growth in Machu Picchu Pueblo. In Honduras, correspondent Alessandro Rampeti travels to the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve, documenting illegal cattle ranching, logging, gold mining, drug trafficking, and violence against indigenous defenders; it notes over 5,000 km² of forest lost since 2010 and the site's long placement on the danger list. The broadcast features archaeologist interviews, community leaders, a museum director expert on UNESCO policies, and visuals of biodiversity and ancient sites. It concludes that human activity and climate change endanger Latin America's natural and cultural treasures despite local and international efforts.

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B+ Grade

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Kyiv grassroots folk dances grow as Ukrainians seek tradition amid war

Aug 8, 2026

The segment profiles monthly grassroots folk dance events in Kyiv (referred to as Pesna LA) that continue despite occasional cancellations for air strikes. It features the founder explaining heightened interest in Ukrainian traditions since Russia's 2014 intervention and the 2022 full-scale invasion, describing culture as a source of stability in an unstable world. Attendees, including a young woman with family members serving in the army, discuss finding camaraderie, processing emotions collectively, and drawing strength from traditions more than four years into the war.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

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Mamdani Congratulates El-Sayed on Michigan Senate Primary Win

Aug 5, 2026

In this Al Jazeera Shorts clip, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani congratulates Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on winning Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Mamdani dismisses comparisons labeling El-Sayed a 'mini Mamdani,' praises his physical strength in a light-hearted remark, and highlights the candidate's success despite massive outside spending and not holding current elected office. He credits the campaign's platform and grassroots strategy. The segment draws from Mamdani's recent public comments following the August 4, 2026 primary. It references campaign finance figures and the challenger's underdog status without named independent experts or opposing voices. The throughline portrays the win as evidence that progressive messaging on economic issues can prevail over heavy financial opposition.

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Arab officials urge international intervention on Jerusalem holy sites

Aug 5, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment features Arab officials issuing a joint alarm over escalating tensions in Jerusalem's holy sites, specifically condemning Israeli settler incursions into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. It calls on the international community to intervene to halt what it describes as Israeli violations, end West Bank occupation policies, restore hope for a two-state peace, and address the ongoing catastrophe in Gaza. The officials strongly condemn Israeli military actions in Gaza as undermining a recent ceasefire agreement and regional stability. The sourcing relies entirely on the Arab foreign ministers' joint statement (from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia) and related Palestinian accounts, with no named Israeli officials or independent verification presented in the clip. Graphics or footage of the July 23 incursions appear implied but not detailed in the transcript. The throughline emphasizes Israeli actions as the primary threat to peace and security.

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B+ Grade

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Iran rejects Oman's 50/50 Hormuz plan, counters with full control of one lane

Jul 29, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports on recent Iran-Oman negotiations over managing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. An Omani delegation visited Tehran for talks on Friday and Saturday. Oman proposed a 50/50 split of routes plus a regional consortium with voluntary fees. Iran rejected the consortium and offered its own terms for control of the lanes. The segment features correspondent Rasul Sarda reporting from Tehran, citing Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kasm Garibadi (Kazem Gharibabadi) as the main source for details of the proposals and Iran's insistence on exclusive bilateral management between the two littoral states. Iran warns the strait will remain closed if its counter-proposal is rejected.

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Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru president after narrow 2026 runoff win

Jul 29, 2026

The segment covers Keiko Fujimori's July 28, 2026 inauguration as Peru's president following her narrow runoff victory. It includes excerpts from her oath promising rule of law and unity, criticism of prior governments on corruption and services, and her focus on crime. It notes divisions over her father Alberto Fujimori's legacy and international attendance. The second part addresses Peru's recent instability with nine presidents in roughly a decade, her party's Senate control, and calls for unity without referencing her father.

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B+ Grade

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Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham at National Cathedral funeral attended by Zelenskyy and Netanyahu

Jul 29, 2026

Al Jazeera English reports on the memorial and funeral for Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died July 11, 2026, at age 71. Segments cover the Capitol tribute, Trump's eulogy, Graham's persona and alliance with Trump, an anecdote about Muammar Gaddafi, his reputation as a warhawk, and attendance by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the National Cathedral service. Reporter Patty Culhane notes Graham's more than 30 years in Congress and influence on US foreign policy. Sourcing draws on video clips of speeches, on-site reporting, and biographical details; no anonymous sources or graphics referenced beyond the event footage.

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B- Grade

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Gaza doctors report sharp rise in miscarriages amid war conditions

Jul 28, 2026

The segment profiles two women in Gaza who suffered multiple miscarriages during the war. It attributes the losses to repeated displacement, air strikes, malnutrition, psychological stress and the collapse of the healthcare system. Doctors are quoted linking around 70% of treated lost pregnancies to war and blockade effects including poor hygiene and environmental damage. The piece ends by contrasting destroyed infrastructure with unfulfilled motherhood.

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