The National Jewish Assembly (NJA) strongly condemns Sky News for its blatantly biased and irresponsible coverage of the death of Halima Saleh Hassan Abu Lail in the Balata camp near Nablus. Sky News’s report, crafted by correspondent Yousra Elbagir, perpetuates a narrative that demonises Israel while whitewashing the reality of terrorism in the region.
This so-called journalism is nothing more than a carefully constructed piece of pro-terrorist propaganda. Sky News has elevated the testimonies of Abu Lail’s family – members of a known militant clan with documented ties to terror groups such as the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade – without any verification or due diligence. The uncritical repetition of claims that the grandmother was deliberately shot while innocently shopping is not only misleading but a deliberate attempt to cast Israel as the aggressor while ignoring the family’s militant ties.
NJA Chairman Gary Mond stated: “This is a glaring example of media bias that borders on incitement. Sky News has not only failed to present a balanced account but has chosen to amplify the voices of those deeply entrenched in violence and extremism. Such coverage fuels hatred, glorifies terrorism, and delegitimises Israel’s right to defend its citizens.”
Sky News’s decision to omit critical facts, including the militant activities of Abu Lail’s family and the involvement of a second victim claimed by terror organisations, raises serious questions about its journalistic integrity. Moreover, its portrayal of a terrorist family as victims while ignoring the context of their violent affiliations is a stark betrayal of truth and accountability.
Steve Winston, Managing Director of the NJA, added: “By peddling this biased narrative, Sky News is complicit in erasing the suffering of Israelis targeted by terrorism and glorifying those who perpetuate violence. This is not journalism – it is advocacy for a one-sided, distorted view of the conflict.”
The NJA calls on Sky News to issue a public apology for its disgraceful coverage and to adopt rigorous standards of verification and impartiality in its reporting. British audiences deserve facts, not politically motivated propaganda masquerading as news. Sky News must be held accountable for its role in spreading misinformation and deepening Jew hatred.
