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PBS NewsHourLeans left

U.S. strikes Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. official tells AP

A U.S. The U.S. Covered by 32 outlets: 9 lean left, 17 are centre, 6 lean right.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: PBS (Nonprofit)
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Corporate62%
Private19%
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State-funded6%
Nonprofit3%
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United States44%
India22%
Australia6%
France6%
United Kingdom6%
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Independent39%
ABC Media Ltd6%
RRPR Holding6%
Paramount Global6%
Qatar Government6%
Avg reliability72
Low-credibility share3%
Fact / opinion97/2
State media6%
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Truth score: 89 (Strongly corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 32 Reliability: 72 Bias severity: 20 Risk: 3Sentiment: -63Sensationalism: 2 Amplification: 0

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Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left
Truth score 32
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Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left

South Korea plans to expand anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz Strait

State-funded media

Seoul proposes extending its Cheonghae unit’s patrols to waters near Oman’s Duqm amid US pressure over Iran war.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: QatarFunding: State-fundedOwner: Qatar GovernmentState media
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Avg reliability78
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 32 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
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The New York TimesLeft
Truth score 46
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The New York TimesLeft

Iran Says It Would Reopen Strait of Hormuz in 2 Days as Part of U.S. Deal

Iranian officials spoke of some progress in negotiating to reopen the strait, a vital oil and gas shipping lane, even as they prepare for all-out war.

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: NY Times Company
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Truth score: 46 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 88 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
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Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left
Truth score 321
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Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left

Iran offers to open Strait of Hormuz in two days, not seven, if US accepts its seven points

State-funded media

Iran has offered to shorten the timeline for implementing its seven-point proposal, which is on the table with the US, says Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall, reporting from Tehran. He says the Foreign Minister is signalling concessions. Vall...

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Avg reliability78
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 32 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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DW NewsCenter
Truth score 451
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DW NewsCenter

Seafarers stuck in the Strait of Hormuz are desperate

As supplies run low, many vessels risk running out of food and drinking water. Mohammed Arrachedi, a shipping expert at the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), has spent weeks assisting crews stranded aboard ships in the...

Lean: Center VideoFactuality: Very highCountry: GermanyFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: German Government
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Avg reliability85
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 85 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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ABC News (Australia)Center

US official confirms strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz

The strikes, which appeared to be limited as opposed to a full return to hostilities, came on the eve of crucial American midterm elections. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 1 are centre, 1 lean right.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: AustraliaFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: Australian Government
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Public broadcaster33%
Corporate33%
Private33%
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United States67%
Australia33%
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Comcast33%
Australian Government33%
Washington Examiner33%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion3/0
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Truth score: 67 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Breitbart NewsRight
Truth score 31Factuality: Mixed
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Breitbart NewsRight

China Hits Middle East with Diplomatic Blitz over Strait of Hormuz Closures

Mixed reliabilityElevated risk

The Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed on Monday that it would be deploying a host of diplomats to critical Middle East countries in the next month to strengthen its economic and political position in the region, particularly in the...

Lean: Right Fact-focusedFactuality: MixedCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Breitbart News Network
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Avg reliability45
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Truth score: 31 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 45 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Energy
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Hindustan TimesCenter
Truth score 40
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Hindustan TimesCenter

Pakistan-bound LNG tanker attacked near Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian nod; Qatar, Saudi condemn attack

As per ship tracking data by Marine Traffic, the ship had to turn around towards the Persian Gulf after the attack.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: HT Media
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India100%
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HT Media100%
Avg reliability72
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 40 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 72 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Energy
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The Epoch TimesRight
Truth score 17Factuality: Low
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The Epoch TimesRight

Oil Prices Jump Amid More Shipping Incidents in Strait of Hormuz

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

Valero gas prices are displayed in Austin, Texas, on June 16, 2026. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Lean: Right Fact-focusedFactuality: LowCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Epoch Media Group
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United States100%
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Epoch Media Group100%
Avg reliability35
Low-credibility share100%
Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 17 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 35 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Foreign PolicyCenter
Truth score 45
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Foreign PolicyCenter

What Life Is Like by the Strait of Hormuz Right Now

The war has left its mark on the port city of Bandar Abbas.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: Graham Holdings
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Graham Holdings100%
Avg reliability85
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 85 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
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NDTVCenter
Truth score 41
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NDTVCenter

Tanker Attacked With Explosive Devices In Strait Of Hormuz, Crew Safe

The incident occurred on Thursday at around 2212 UTC, 25 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: RRPR Holding
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 12 Amplification: 0

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Hindustan TimesCenter

Uranium transfer, Strait of Hormuz reopening: Key takeaways from Iran-US draft proposal

A key proposal reportedly called for thereopening of the Strait of Hormuz, to international maritime traffic within seven days of an initial understanding. Covered by 3 outlets: 3 are centre.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: HT Media
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Independent67%
HT Media33%
Avg reliability67
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Fact / opinion3/0
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Truth score: 54 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 67 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 33Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
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Truth score 751
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India33%
Australia17%
Israel17%
France17%
Qatar17%
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Independent33%
RRPR Holding17%
Jerusalem Post Group17%
Alpac Capital17%
Qatar Government17%
Avg reliability73
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Fact / opinion0/0
State media17%
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Truth score: 75 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 6 Reliability: 73 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sensationalism: 1 Amplification: 0

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World
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Truth score 49
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Hindustan TimesCenter

Quad calls out export curbs, Strait of Hormuz closure

Both concerns bear directly on India, which brings in much of its fertiliser and energy through the Gulf and relies on China for critical minerals.

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Avg reliability68
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Truth score: 49 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 68 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
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The Epoch TimesRight
Truth score 17Factuality: Low
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The Epoch TimesRight

South Korea Plans to Expand Naval Task Force Operations Closer to Strait of Hormuz

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

South Korean navy sailors salute during a ceremony marking the launch of the "Cheonghae" unit consisting of a 4,500-ton destroyer with 270 crew, a helicopter, and 30 special forces in the southeastern port city of Busan on March 3,...

Lean: Right Fact-focusedFactuality: LowCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Epoch Media Group
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Truth score: 17 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 35 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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euronews (English)Center
Truth score 43
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euronews (English)Center

South Korea plans to extend anti-piracy patrols closer to Strait of Hormuz

Seoul said pirates have recently ventured further from the Somali coast and added that it wanted to send a patrol aircraft to protect merchant ships off Oman while keeping its forces out of the ongoing Iran war.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: FranceFunding: CorporateOwner: Alpac Capital
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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
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Truth score 45
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The Wall Street JournalLeans right

Iran Turns to Guerrilla Tactics in Bid to Reassert Grip on Strait of Hormuz

Tehran is deploying everything from rocket-propelled grenades to limpet mines as it attempts to disrupt the restored flow of oil out of the Persian Gulf.

Lean: Leans right Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: News Corp
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 85 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
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The Globe and MailCenter
Truth score 44
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The Globe and MailCenter

Renewed U.S. strikes in Strait of Hormuz raise questions about future of Iran conflict

Middle East and beyond on edge about U.S. resuming full-scale operations against Iran for the first time in almost two months

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Woodbridge Company
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Canada100%
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Truth score: 44 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 82 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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The GuardianLeft
Truth score 45
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The GuardianLeft

Negotiators ‘braced for worst’ over US-Iran talks to reopen strait of Hormuz

Third day of indirect talks as Qatar tries to negotiate release of $6bn in Iranian assets that could lead to waterway’s reopening Officials from the Gulf states are “braced for the worst” as they wait for Washington’s response to an...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: Nonprofit trustOwner: Scott Trust
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 85 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Energy
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CNBCCenter
Truth score 43
Centre 100%100%
CNBCCenter

Tankers defy sharp escalation of Iranian attacks to keep crude oil flowing through Strait of Hormuz

Soaring freight rates are giving tankers a big financial incentive to run the gauntlet through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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euronews (English)Center
Truth score 43
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euronews (English)Center

Qatar urges Iran to 'show goodwill' by ending threats to the region and reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Regional powers are seeking a way out of the Iran war as attacks threaten shipping and energy supplies. Qatar says mediation continues after a visit to Tehran, where Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have also held talks with Iranian leaders.

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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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The IndependentCenter

Putin says Russia is ‘ready for war’ with Europe in chilling threat

If Western nations keep attempting to "inflict a strategic defeat" on Moscow they may get a war instead, Putin threatened. Covered by 5 outlets: 3 are centre, 1 lean right, 1 are not rated.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United KingdomFunding: PrivateOwner: Independent Digital News
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Private60%
Corporate40%
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United States40%
United Kingdom40%
Taiwan20%
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Independent40%
Independent Digital News20%
Breitbart News Network20%
Liberty Times Group20%
Avg reliability63
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion4/1
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Truth score: 65 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 5 Reliability: 63 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -80Sensationalism: 2 Amplification: 0

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BBC NewsCenter

US strikes Iran ahead of midterm elections

US officials described the attacks on Qeshm Island as limited and defensive, according to CBS, the BBC's US partner. Monday's U.S. Covered by 30 outlets: 7 lean left, 17 are centre, 6 lean right.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: BBC (UK Government)
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Corporate71%
Private15%
Public broadcaster7%
State-funded5%
Nonprofit trust2%
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United States44%
India20%
United Kingdom15%
Canada5%
France5%
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Independent37%
Comcast11%
Qatar Government5%
The Hindu Group5%
RRPR Holding5%
Avg reliability72
Low-credibility share2%
Fact / opinion81/0
State media5%
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Truth score: 90 (Strongly corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 41 Reliability: 72 Bias severity: 18 Risk: 2Sentiment: -81Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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The Globe and MailCenter

Draft proposal to end U.S.-Iran war being circulated after talks in Doha, official says

Basis of the talks is a seven-step plan Iran drew up in September to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2 are centre.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Woodbridge Company
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Corporate100%
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United Kingdom33%
United States33%
Canada33%
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Thomson Reuters33%
Independent33%
Woodbridge Company33%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion3/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 62 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -33Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Markets
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The Jerusalem PostLeans right
Truth score 41
Right 100%100%
The Jerusalem PostLeans right

US conducting nightly missions to enforce Hormuz blockade, straining aircraft, crew - report

Despite the success of the nightly operations, US officials familiar with the matter told the Wall Street Journal that the frequency of flight operations has put a strain on aircraft and crew members.

Lean: Leans right Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IsraelFunding: PrivateOwner: Jerusalem Post Group
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Energy
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Zero HedgeRight
Truth score 16Factuality: Low
Right 100%100%
Zero HedgeRight

Hormuz Oil Flows Unlikely To Return To Pre-War Levels, Rystad Says

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

Hormuz Oil Flows Unlikely To Return To Pre-War Levels, Rystad Says Authored by Michael Kern via OilPrice , The United States and Iran could reach some form of a limited agreement by the middle of 2027 , which would allow oil flows from...

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Truth score: 16 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 30 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Energy
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Zero HedgeRight
Truth score 16Factuality: Low
Right 100%100%
Zero HedgeRight

Was October The Peak Of Hormuz Ship Attacks?

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

Was October The Peak Of Hormuz Ship Attacks? A renewed diplomatic push between the Trump administration and Tehran ahead of the US midterms sent Brent and WTI futures spiraling lower yesterday. The selloff comes despite a record number...

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Truth score: 16 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 30 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 6 Amplification: 0

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Indian ExpressLeans left

Indian ships exempt from Hormuz curbs: What Iran wants in return

Iran has announced the lifting of transit restrictions for vessels from India, China, Iraq, and Qatar. Covered by 5 outlets: 2 lean left, 3 are centre.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: PrivateOwner: Indian Express Group
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Corporate80%
Private20%
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India80%
United States20%
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Independent60%
Indian Express Group20%
RRPR Holding20%
Avg reliability66
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion5/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 66 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 5 Reliability: 66 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Taipei TimesCenter

Tehran challenges US on reopening Hormuz in two days

Since the Middle East war broke out in late February, Iran has claimed control over Hormuz, a vital energy conduit for shipping. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 are centre, 1 lean right.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: TaiwanFunding: PrivateOwner: Liberty Times Group
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Corporate67%
Private33%
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Canada33%
India33%
Taiwan33%
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Postmedia Network33%
Independent33%
Liberty Times Group33%
Avg reliability67
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion3/0
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Truth score: 59 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 67 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -33Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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euronews (English)Center
Truth score 43
Centre 100%100%
euronews (English)Center

Iran says it can reopen Hormuz in two days if US meets conditions

Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the timeline shortened from the seven days first proposed in September was “another indication of Iran’s good-faith approach” but that “everything depends” on Washington.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: FranceFunding: CorporateOwner: Alpac Capital
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France100%
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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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