RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Alma Research and Education Center as Right-Center Biased based on editorial positions that align with the Israeli government’s defense positions. We also rate them Mostly Factual in reporting, rather than High, due to one-sided narratives that may leave out important context.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (3.2)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (3.9)
Country: Israel
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MODERATE FREEDOM
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Alma Research and Education Center is a non-profit, bipartisan research and education center based in northern Israel. Founded by Lt. Col. (Res.) Sarit Zehavi, the center focuses on security issues along Israel’s northern border, particularly concerning Lebanon, Syria, and Iran. The center regularly briefs policymakers and journalists and publishes original analysis from an Israeli national security perspective.
Read our profile on Israel’s government and Media.
Funded by / Ownership
According to their about page, the organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded by private philanthropists worldwide. It is not funded by any government entity, although it maintains close alignment with Israeli defense narratives.
Analysis / Bias
Israel Alma publishes heavily on regional military developments, including Israeli security concerns and threats from Iran and Hezbollah. Articles like “The War Against Iran” and “Israel’s Policy in Syria” adopt strong pro-Israel and anti-Iran framing, reflecting a national-security-driven editorial stance.
Though labeled bipartisan, Alma’s content consistently supports Israeli government positions and uses emotionally charged language when describing adversaries. Nonetheless, the center demonstrates credible sourcing, with references to established intelligence structures and publicly documented events. The report “The Shiite Axis in Southern Syria” demonstrates detailed research, even when conclusions reflect one-sided geopolitical interpretations.
Failed Fact Check
- None in the Last 5 years.
Overall, we rate Alma Research and Education Center as Right-Center Biased based on editorial positions that align with the Israeli government’s defense positions. We also rate them Mostly Factual in reporting, rather than High, due to one-sided narratives that may leave out important context. (D. Van Zandt 07/13/2025)
Source: https://israel-alma.org/
Last Updated on July 13, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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