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Gary Lineker Slams BBC and Says It 'Should Hang Its Head in Shame' over Axing ...

  • In a recent decision, the BBC opted against airing the documentary Gaza: Doctors Under Attack, citing concerns over maintaining impartiality.
  • The decision followed disputes about the documentary’s production and allegations of partiality amid heightened tensions over Gaza coverage.
  • After the BBC shelved the film on June 20, Channel 4 acquired and aired it on July 2, with Gary Lineker speaking at a London screening the next day.
  • Lineker described the documentary as deeply impactful and moving, emphasizing that it was essential viewing. He also criticized the BBC, stating that the organization should feel ashamed.
  • The controversy intensified calls for accountability within the BBC and sparked debate about editorial standards and pressure from various stakeholder groups.
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Anadolu Ajansı broke the news in Ankara, Türkiye on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
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