Dexter Van Zile

Associated Press Lays Down Smokescreen

Paul Colford from the Associated Press has responded to Matti Friedman's criticism of its coverage of the Arab-Israeli conflict, accusing Friedman of offering half-truths and distortions. Colford's response indicates that the AP is not serious about engaging in journalistic self-reflection.

Presbyterian Peace Activists Bet on Iranian Good Will

The International Atomic Energy Agency is worried Iran's nuclear program and has stated the country has not cooperated with inspection efforts. Presbyterian "peace" activists have another message: Don't worry, be happy, and negotiate.

A “Captive Mouthpiece” Demonizes Israel

Hanna Massad, who used to lead a Baptist church in the Gaza Strip, played the role of dutiful dhimmi in a recent interview in Christianity Today. He assailed Israel and downplayed Hamas' criminality.

NCR Blog Entry Misleads on Christian Population in Holy Land

A blog entry by Ra'fat Aldajani and Fr. Drew Christiansen, S.J. misleads readers about the population of Arab Christians in Israel. The article speaks of their "disappearance" when in fact, their numbers have increased substantially since Israel's founding.