Civilians die in Gaza fighting

Heavy fighting is raging in the Gaza Strip between Israeli forces and Palestinian fighters after Israel launched its ground offensive on the territory.

At least 30 Palestinians, mostly civilians, have been killed since fighting began late on Saturday, according to Palestinian medical sources.

An Israeli soldier was killed on Sunday in the fighting, the Israeli army said. Full Story »

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Marsha Iverson
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by Marsha Iverson - Jan. 4, 2009

Fairest report I've seen so far on this issue, clearly describes the situation, presents views on both sides, and the best representation of the conditions in Gaza caused by the Israeli siege and blockade for the past two years.

This report represents a level of objectivity and balance rarely presented through American media. The deaths of Palestinians and Israelis represent senseless losses in a senseless conflict.

Fears of a humanitarian crisis have also grown in recent days, as the strip, home to 1.5 million people, is already suffering shortages of fuel, food and medical supplies ... More »

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Leo Romero
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by Leo Romero - Jan. 4, 2009
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Richard M. Mathews
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by Richard M. Mathews - Jan. 6, 2009

While most sources say the vast majority of the dead are not civilians, this claims the opposite without supporting evidence. Hamas claims are presented as factual despite a lack of independent sources, while Israeli claims are presented as questionable (using words like "purportedly").

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Kenneth Sibbett
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by Kenneth Sibbett - Jan. 4, 2009

Compared to what I've seen and read this article is in line with what the rest of the world is reporting.

Aljazeera seems to have a fresher view in a more timely fashion than the competition.

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