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Police Probe BBC's Controversial Hamas Documentary Amid Protests

3/2/2025

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The British anti-terrorism police are investigating complaints regarding a controversial BBC documentary that spotlighted the son of a Hamas leader. The BBC acknowledged "serious flaws" in the program, which has drawn ire for its alleged anti-Israel bias. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has called for a comprehensive review, as protests erupted in London against the broadcaster's decisions.

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The British anti-terrorism police are investigating complaints regarding a controversial BBC documentary that spotlighted the son of a Hamas leader. The BBC acknowledged "serious flaws" in the program, which has drawn ire for its alleged anti-Israel bias. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has called for a comprehensive review, as protests erupted in London against the broadcaster's decisions.