Study highlights media bias in conflict coverage

Research by the Monash University School of Media, Film and Journalism and the Islamophobia Register Australia highlights media bias in Australian and Indonesian coverage of international conflicts, emphasising the media's role in shaping public perception:

• The study on Australian media's Instagram posts regarding the Israel-Gaza war reveals a pro-Israel bias, indicating the need for fair media practices to combat Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian sentiments.
• The analysis of Indonesian media coverage of the Russian invasion of Ukraine shows negative sentiment towards Russia and the influence of foreign entities, highlighting the need for media literacy and diverse perspectives.

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