LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Law for Palestine as Left-Center Biased due to its political advocacy that leans toward liberal policies. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: United Kingdom
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in March 2020, Law for Palestine (LP4) is a youth-led, non-profit organization based in the United Kingdom and Sweden. The organization’s mission is to facilitate a global network of legal professionals who share an interest in Palestinian matters, provide fair legal analysis, and aid impacted communities through legal means. The organization aims to contribute to the discourse on Palestinian rights within the framework of international law. Law for Palestine (LP4) is headquartered in Manchester, England.
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Funded by / Ownership
Law for Palestine (LP4) is a non-profit organization. According to the financial reports, Law for Palestine Ltd is a privately held company limited by shares and registered in England and Wales, with the company number 12518953. The listed director is Ihssan Madbouh, and Mutaz M Qafisheh serves as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. The organization’s revenue primarily comes from donations and subscriptions.
Analysis / Bias
Based on the articles from Law for Palestine, the site covers a range of topics related to international law, the rights of the Palestinian people, and the situation in Gaza.
The article “New Global Initiative Aims for Justice and Accountability in Palestine.” discusses a new global initiative aimed at justice and accountability for Palestine, acknowledging the conflict’s severe impact on the Palestinian population, including casualties, injuries, and displacement, and suggesting a strong advocacy stance for Palestinian rights and legal recourse. The article is supported by references from ohchr.org and advocacy organizations like the European Legal Support Center (ELSC) and The Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy (PIPD).
Another critical piece provides a summary of a UN Special Rapporteur’s report on Palestinian self-determination, offering a critique of the Israeli occupation and advocating for a strategic shift to tackle the root causes of the conflict. The call for recognizing Palestinian self-determination and condemning the ongoing occupation and settlements as violations of international law reflects a rights-based approach to the issue.
Additionally, Dr. Shahd Hammouri’s article, “The Palestinian people have the right of resistance by all means consistent with the principles of the UN Charter, argues for the legitimacy of Palestinian resistance within the framework of international law, emphasizing the right to resist occupation and the need for international recognition of this right. It distinguishes between the use of force in self-defense and the right to resist occupation, positioning Palestinian resistance within the context of international legal norms and the UN Charter. Sources cited are Amnesty International, adalah.org, and Human Rights Watch.
These articles reflect Law for Palestine’s focus on legal analysis and advocacy related to the Palestinian cause, employing a rights-based language and calling for international legal mechanisms to address and resolve the conflict. These views indicate a left-leaning bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Law for Palestine as Left-Center Biased due to its political advocacy that leans toward liberal policies. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (M. Huitsing 02/25/2024)
Source: law4palestine.org
Last Updated on April 5, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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