"Controversy Surrounding New York Times' Reporting on Hamas and Sexual Violence"

The New York Times is facing scrutiny over a controversial article alleging that Hamas weaponized sexual violence, with an internal investigation underway to identify the source behind leaked information about its coverage of Israel and Gaza. The article, published in December, has been criticized for major discrepancies and reliance on questionable sources, including an inexperienced reporter and an Israeli filmmaker with no prior reporting experience. The Intercept's investigation further questions the Times' reporting process and the credibility of the article's claims, prompting a leak investigation within the paper. The Times stands by the accuracy of its reporting, but concerns about journalistic ethics and evidence gathering persist.