By what reasonable journalistic standard does CNN refer to Israeli captives as hostages and Palestinian captives as prisoners? Note the Palestinians being released are women and children being held under open-ended administrative detainment by the IDF. CNN is quick to point out that most of the children are teenagers, viewing this as likely to diminish any sympathy felt in the US.

Follow

@JoeChip I think the stated motivations from the two sides justifies the distinction.

Sign in to participate in the conversation
Qoto Mastodon

QOTO: Question Others to Teach Ourselves
An inclusive, Academic Freedom, instance
All cultures welcome.
Hate speech and harassment strictly forbidden.