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Al Jazeera English

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Clad has been grading Al Jazeera English segments since Jun 2026 — 188 reports so far, published several times a week. 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

A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

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Train Collision Near Bedford Kills Driver, Injures 89

Jun 19, 2026

The segment covers a June 19, 2026, collision between two East Midlands Railway passenger trains near Elstow south of Bedford. It opens with an eyewitness describing a sudden impact, smoke, bloodied passengers, unresponsive people, and initial fears of a terrorist explosion. Emergency services responded to the major incident. The report relies primarily on the passenger account along with implied official casualty updates matching the video title.

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A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, raising Labour leadership questions

Jun 19, 2026

The segment reports Andy Burnham's decisive Makerfield by-election victory as Labour's candidate, with his post-win speech framing a national re-industrialization agenda. It notes allies viewing the win as leverage for Keir Starmer to step aside amid Labour's poor polling, while Starmer vows to contest any leadership race. The broadcast places the result in the context of potential leadership instability and the prospect of a seventh prime minister in a decade.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 25% Right-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera report on US-Iran talks at Burgenstock and Qatar mediation

Jun 19, 2026

The segment covers planned US-Iran talks at Switzerland's Burgenstock Resort to implement a ceasefire agreement ending the 2026 war. It highlights Qatar's mediation alongside Pakistan since the conflict began, featuring comments from Qatar University professor Abdullah Banndar Al-Etaibi on de-escalation, trust-building, navigation issues like the Strait of Hormuz, and regional stability after Iranian missile strikes on GCC states.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 12% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera short on postponed US-Iran talks accurately notes MOU, 60-day deadline

Jun 19, 2026

The short reports that high-level US-Iran implementation talks scheduled at Switzerland's Bürgenstock resort have been postponed. It contrasts a recent interim memorandum of understanding with the 2015 JCPOA, notes the deal's complexity involving nuclear physics, and highlights a 60-day deadline for a final agreement. The segment references the Trump administration facing a more difficult position with a dispersing naval presence and proximity to US midterms. Sourcing is reporter narration with references to the 2015 JCPOA details; no named guests or graphics shown.

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A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Burnham Wins Makerfield By-Election, Eyes Starmer Challenge

Jun 19, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment reports the announcement of Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield by-election. It highlights his win over Reform UK's candidate by a substantial margin, his new status as an MP, and the potential for him to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera Report Examines Burnham's Makerfield By-Election Victory

Jun 18, 2026

The broadcast covers Andy Burnham's win in the Makerfield by-election in northern England. It details his large majority over Reform UK's candidate and positions the result as a potential turning point for challenging Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The segment includes live reporting from Wigan and analysis of Starmer's recent setbacks including G7 diplomacy and local election results. Sourcing relies on on-site reporter Jonah Hull, election declarations, and unnamed party sources. Throughlines focus on Burnham's popularity within Labour and Starmer's perceived vulnerability.

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B Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera report on Colombia coca substitution amid 2026 election

Jun 18, 2026

The segment examines voluntary coca crop substitution efforts in southern Colombia under President Gustavo Petro, showing farmers and police uprooting plants together as part of a program offering legal alternatives and value-chain support. Over 40,000 families have joined amid hopes of ending violence tied to the drug trade. It highlights uncertainty ahead of the polarized June 2026 presidential runoff, with runner-up Abelardo de la Espriella advocating forced eradication. The report notes record cocaine seizures of over 3,200 tons and claims cultivation is contained and declining, while acknowledging US tensions and criminal group concerns.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 25% Left-leaning

L

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Trump says Iran should have ballistic missiles if Gulf states do

Jun 17, 2026

The clip shows President Trump responding to a reporter in Paris on June 17 2026. He states it is unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if Saudi Arabia, Qatar and others possess them, distinguishing conventional missiles from nuclear weapons and suggesting proportional allowances. The segment uses direct audio of Trump's remarks with minimal additional narration or graphics. No guests or experts appear; sourcing is the president's on-camera comments.

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A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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G7 Explainer: Members, History, Russia Exclusion, and Achievements

Jun 17, 2026

The video explains the G7's origins as the Group of Seven major economies meeting since 1975, its expansion to G8 with Russia's 1998 inclusion, and reversion to G7 after Russia's 2014 exclusion over Crimea. It covers annual summits, guest invitations, non-binding declarations, and examples of impact like support for the Global Fund and Paris Agreement. It also contrasts views of the meetings as photo opportunities versus meaningful diplomacy. Sourcing relies on general historical narrative and references to specific past summits without named experts or on-screen data graphics.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera report on Trump-Iran MOU tracks official US and Iranian statements

Jun 17, 2026

The segment reports the White House confirmation that President Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran to end the war, with electronic signatures by both presidents now in effect. It details a 14-point MOU covering cessation of military operations, lifting the US naval blockade, immediate Iranian oil exports, a $300 billion reconstruction fund supervised by the US but funded by allies, and further nuclear negotiations. A formal signing is scheduled for Geneva on Friday launching a 60-day process. Mike Hanna from the White House discusses official briefings, earlier confusion from Vice President Pence's statements, Republican concerns over perceived leniency, and administration insistence that no US funds are directly provided while highlighting Iran's reaffirmed non-nuclear policy.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

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Ukraine Opens First EU Accession Cluster Amid Ongoing War

Jun 17, 2026

The broadcast discusses Ukraine formally opening EU accession negotiations on the fundamentals cluster in mid-June 2026. It covers the application timeline since 2022, required reforms including anti-corruption measures, Hungary's changed stance after April 2026 elections, and potential security implications. Guests from Kyiv, Brussels, and Moscow debate risks of integrating a wartime country, Russian objections, associate membership proposals, and the role of US and European support. Sourcing draws on on-the-ground reporting, official statements, and expert analysis from three perspectives.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera segment examines G7 energy plans and Iran deal amid Hormuz reopening

Jun 17, 2026

The segment discusses G7 commitments to diversify energy supplies away from the Strait of Hormuz and boost stocks following its reported closure and reopening. Analyst Maximilian Hess addresses market-driven oil and gas flows post-reopening, regional political shifts involving the US, Iran, and Gulf states, a leaked MOU including a potential $300 billion investment fund, and limited impact of renewed G7 support for Ukraine sanctions on Russia.

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B- Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Trump touts strong US-Iran MoU ahead of expected signing

Jun 17, 2026

The segment covers remarks by President Trump on a US-Iran memorandum of understanding, describing it as strong and detailed with Iranian leaders eager to sign. It includes context on prior US actions against Iran and ties into broader discussions on regional peace, the Strait of Hormuz, and related diplomacy during what appears to be a multilateral summit setting. Trump's quotes are presented directly alongside questions on implementation timelines, with brief references to military history and future steps. Sourcing relies primarily on Trump's on-camera statements.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 32% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera Podcast Assesses US-Iran Deal Risks from Israel

Jun 17, 2026

The episode discusses a preliminary US-Iran memorandum of understanding reached after over 100 days of conflict. It covers reopening the Strait of Hormuz, partially lifting the US naval blockade, and deferring nuclear issues to further talks, with a formal signing planned in Geneva. Correspondent reports from Tehran on market reactions, public sentiment ranging from cautious hope to hardliner opposition, and Lebanon's ongoing role in the conflict. Netanyahu's statements on staying in Lebanon and Trump's calls for responsibility are noted alongside Israel's potential to disrupt the agreement through actions like strikes on Beirut.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

L

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Makerfield by-election preview highlights local discontent ahead of tight Labour-Reform contest

Jun 17, 2026

The segment profiles the Makerfield constituency in northern England ahead of its June 18, 2026 by-election. It describes a typical working-class area with shuttered businesses and deprivation, noting frontrunners are Labour and Reform UK among 14 candidates. Local residents express anger over economic stagnation, political inaction, and a metaphor of an illegal rubbish dump. The report positions the contest as potentially pivotal for Labour leadership ambitions and Reform's national rise.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Left-leaning

L

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Syria floods expose unexploded ordnance risks in Deir ez-Zor

Jun 17, 2026

The segment reports on flooding along the Euphrates River in Syria's Deir ez-Zor region in late May 2026, which displaced families and shifted unexploded ordnance (UXO) from years of conflict. It highlights risks to farmers, shepherds, and children returning to affected lands, and features comments from demining volunteers and UN references. It draws on UN agency data for contamination levels and casualty patterns, includes on-the-ground accounts from locals, and notes ongoing threats in the desert areas from ISIL remnants and wartime explosives.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean Centered

L

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Al Jazeera reports on DRC Ebola outbreak amid containment challenges

Jun 17, 2026

The segment covers warnings from health officials that the Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has not peaked, citing insecurity hampering efforts in Ituri province. It reports over 70,000 displaced people in siege-like conditions, 837 confirmed cases, and nearly 200 deaths. The head of Africa CDC highlights gaps in contact tracing, noting expected 32,000 contacts versus only 6,000 identified due to insecurity and limited personnel.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

L

R

Vancouver 2026 World Cup Hotel and Ticket Costs Examined

Jun 17, 2026

The segment reports on high accommodation costs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver, with hotel rooms reaching up to $1000 per night on match days. It details FIFA's initial large bookings followed by major cancellations and discusses broader affordability challenges for residents seeking tickets. Interviews include a hotel industry commentator on greed, a local mother on family ticket costs equaling overseas trips, and references to Vancouver's high cost of living. The report frames the issue around access and inclusivity for locals versus visitor pricing.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 25% Left-leaning

L

R

Families return to ruined southern Lebanon towns amid fragile ceasefire

Jun 17, 2026

The segment reports on displaced families returning to destroyed villages and towns in southern Lebanon following a recent fragile ceasefire tied to a US-Iran agreement. It shows scenes of cars loaded with belongings, rubble-filled areas, and interviews with residents cleaning up amid widespread damage. Residents express defiance, stating their return constitutes a victory despite destruction and Israeli troop presence. The report notes Israeli forces remain in areas like near Kaounin village close to Tibnin and links ongoing tensions to Hezbollah and Iran demands for full Israeli withdrawal as part of broader deals.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera segment cites GasBuddy analyst on delayed US gas price relief to 2027

Jun 17, 2026

The segment features Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy explaining that US national average gasoline prices are unlikely to return below $3 per gallon until 2027. It attributes the delay to significant depletion of global oil inventories following disruptions from the recent US-Iran conflict, with recovery likened to filling a pool with a garden hose; hurricane season is noted as a potential additional factor. The broadcast relies on a single named expert analyst, references pre-war price levels from before US attacks on Iran, and draws from ongoing market reporting on inventory levels without additional guests or graphics shown in the transcript.

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C+ Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera short frames Palestine Action ban with historical protest parallels

Jun 17, 2026

The short discusses the UK government's proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist organization under the Terrorism Act 2000, equating supporters with those of ISIS or Al-Qaeda. It describes the group's direct actions against companies linked to Israeli weapons manufacturing and its stated goal of ending participation in what it calls genocide in Gaza. The piece compares the group to Extinction Rebellion, the ANC under Mandela, and suffragettes, noting historical rebranding of such movements. It references the Court of Appeal upholding the ban and quotes Lady Chief Justice Baroness Carr rejecting suffragette comparisons.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 10% Left-leaning

L

R

UN Chief Guterres Urges Action on Haiti Gang Crisis Amid Indifference Claims

Jun 17, 2026

The Al Jazeera English segment features UN Secretary-General António Guterres speaking during a June 2026 visit to Haiti. He attributes the crisis primarily to global indifference, noting gangs terrorizing the population and weakened institutions while linking lack of international engagement directly to ongoing insecurity. The clip draws from Guterres' press conference remarks and aligns with UN News coverage of his visit. No additional guests or graphics are referenced in the provided transcript; sourcing centers on the UN chief's direct statements.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 25% Left-leaning

L

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UNIFIL notes sharp drop in southern Lebanon cross-border fire

Jun 16, 2026

The segment discusses recent UNIFIL observations of cross-border projectiles in southern Lebanon, noting 106 trajectories in one period with 103 attributed to the IDF. It highlights a significant reduction in daily trajectories from 705 to 174 and calls for continued de-escalation toward zero incidents. The discussion also touches on an announced agreement or memorandum with positive early effects on the situation in Lebanon. The broadcast relies on UNIFIL data and spokesperson comments, referencing counts of projectiles and trajectories attributed to sides. It includes analyst or correspondent input on the path forward and expectations around a memorandum of understanding involving Lebanon.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 10% Left-leaning

L

R

Al Jazeera analysis examines US-Iran ceasefire talks and Ukraine diplomacy

Jun 16, 2026

The segment features analyst Doug Bandow discussing prospects for Ukraine-Russia talks at the G7, Europe's role, and especially the recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding following a 60-day ceasefire framework. It covers trust-building in early ceasefire phases, the value of direct Washington-Tehran negotiations after Pakistan mediation, and tensions involving Israel. Bandow highlights distrust stemming from prior events including leadership losses and past negotiation breakdowns. The discussion also addresses Trump's evolving criticism of Netanyahu over the war's duration and outcomes.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera report on US-Israel strains amid Iran deal holds up on key facts

Jun 16, 2026

The segment traces US-Israel relations from 1948 through the 1973 war to a strategic partnership, then focuses on 2026 developments. It covers Trump's Iran deal that sidelines Netanyahu's goals of regime change and proxy dismantling, bipartisan congressional strains, Democrats rejecting AIPAC donations, Bernie Sanders advocating to end military aid, Thomas Massie losing reelection over war opposition, and Tom Cotton proposing expanded intelligence sharing. The US provides $3.8 billion in annual military aid. Reporter Rosiland Jordan from Washington notes the deal exposes growing strains.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 10% Left-leaning

L

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Al Jazeera reports Ukraine drone strikes on eight Russian regions, UK tanker seizure

Jun 14, 2026

The segment covers recent Ukrainian drone attacks striking eight Russian regions, including an apartment block fire in Oryol and an oil depot blaze in Rybinsk north of Moscow. It features analysis from military expert Marina Miron on Ukraine's cumulative strategy targeting logistics and creating pressure on Russian defenses and public perception. Discussion addresses messaging aimed at Russian security services, civilians, Ukrainian morale, and international audiences ahead of a July summit. The broadcast also notes the UK's recent seizure of a Russian shadow fleet tanker by Royal Marines, marking an escalation in enforcement efforts.

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