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Christiane Amanpour exits CNN with a legacy shaped by the debate over Israel

Her coverage of Israel and the Palestinians has long drawn sharp criticism from some Jewish viewers, who have accused her of giving insufficient weight to Israeli security concerns.

CNN's Christiane Amanpour said during a broadcast on April 3, 2019, that Haifa is located in the West Bank.
Christiane Amanpour attends The Clooney Foundation For Justice's The Albies 2026 at Natural History Museum on October 09, 2026 in London; illustrative.

'Always be truthful, not neutral': CNN's chief int'l anchor Christiane Amanpour to leave network

This week, CNN’s Harry Enten presented Siena polling averages showing that Democrats’ lead among Jewish voters in New York on the congressional ballot had fallen from 49 percentage points in 2022 to 13 this year.

Editor's Notes: A break with Israel would hurt American Jews, too - comment

A US Justice Department logo or seal showing Justice Department headquarters, known as "Main Justice," is seen behind the podium in the Department's headquarters briefing room before a news conference with the Attorney General in Washington, January 24, 2023.

US DOJ launches investigation into news networks for possible antitrust violations in TV pool


New research shows forming habits can take up to a year, debunking 21-day myth

Study finds average habit formation time ranges from 59 to 66 days, with some taking up to 335 days.

 New research shows forming habits can take up to a year, debunking 21-day myth. Image: PeopleImages.com

Dana Bash tells Code Pink 'they have no shame, decency' after confrontation over Israel

The activist stated her belief that conflating the two is "antisemitic" and "dangerous to the Jewish community and its values."

 Dana Bash arrives for the annual White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) Dinner in Washington, US, April 27, 2024.

The decline in Israel's PR standing is a concerning phenomenon, but it's fixable - opinion

Effective public relations have always been an essential part of Israel’s struggle on the international stage, but over the years, Israel has lost ground in this area.

 CHRISTIANE AMANPOUR from CNN has faced significant criticism for alleged bias against Israel and inaccuracies in her coverage, says the writer.

Is Harris antisemitic? Tapper reminds Cotton that her Jewish husband fights antisemitism

Sen. Tom Cotton defends Trump's remarks, blaming Jewish voters for a potential 2024 loss.

 Doug Emhoff attaches mezuzah to his new VP residence. 18 November 2021.

Oct. 7 victim's mother says she cannot grieve daughter's death while husband is still a hostage

Gali Idan hasn't been to her daughter's grave because she needs her husband to come back so they can grieve over her together.

 Flags, candles, flowers in memory of the more than 1500 slaughtered when hamas infiltrated Israel on Oct 7, and 239 Israelis taken hostage by Hamas terrorists into Gaza,  on Dizengoff Square. October 29, 2023.

CNN’s optical illusion: Real impact of IDF gains in Gaza vs Hamas’s claimed resurgence - analysis

CNN's article on Gaza claims Hamas is recovering, but the IDF's actions have severely weakened the group, reducing its effectiveness.

 The CNN logo stands outside the venue of the second Democratic 2020 U.S. presidential candidates debate, in the Fox Theater in Detroit, Michigan, US, July 30, 2019.

Why CNN’s view of Hamas’ readiness is crucial but misses some huge issues - analysis

CNN's analysis of Hamas battalions shows nuanced success by the IDF, but their simplification and Netanyahu's strategy remain contentious.

 Hamas Fighters 24 September 2023

CNN correspondent: ‘Risk’ if Harris chooses ‘Jewish’ Gov. Josh Shapiro as running mate

CNN Correspondent John King said on air that "he’s Jewish, there could be some risks in putting him on the ticket."

 Governor of Pennsylvania Josh Shapiro speaks during the Democratic National Committee winter meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, February 4, 2023.

'That's a pogrom': CNN's Van Jones slams violent pro-Palestinian LA protest

"You don't bum-rush a Jewish neighborhood and run up on a synagogue. That's not protesting a policy that's protesting a people," Jones said.

 The Dream Corps President & Co-Founder and CNN Host Van Jones speaks onstage at the EMA IMPACT Summit at Montage Beverly Hills on May 21, 2018 in Beverly Hills, California.

'Resettling Gaza was never in the cards,' PM Netanyahu says in a CNN interview

Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterates opposition to Israeli settlements in Gaza, clarifies no plans for re-occupation. Emphasizes need to remove Hamas for reconstruction and civilian rule.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a state memorial ceremony for victims of terror, at Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem, May 13, 2024.