In its coverage of recent events in Suwayda, Syria, CNN lends credence to the phrase “no Jews, no news” — the perception that some Western media outlets only highlight atrocities in the Middle East when they can link them to Israel.
CNN clearly understands that bad journalism not only does a disservice to its audience, but it also puts innocent civilians in danger. So, what are we to make of the fact that these reporters are knowingly repeating the same mistakes?
Christmas is a time for religious and family traditions. At CNN this weekend, the traditions included appropriating Jesus to besmirch the Jewish state and erasing the existence of Palestinian violence and Israeli victims.