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Gary Lineker: 'BBC should hang its head in shame' over axing of Gaza documentary

GAZA STRIP, PALESTINE, JUL 4 – BBC faced internal dissent and public outcry after canceling a documentary on Gaza medics, with over 100 staff accusing it of bias and censorship amid Israel-Hamas conflict coverage.

  • Gary Lineker criticized the BBC for shelving a documentary on allegations against Israeli forces, saying it "should hang its head in shame" over the decision.
  • The documentary, which included claims of mistreatment of healthcare workers by Israeli forces , was initially greenlit by the BBC but later axed due to concerns over perceived partiality.
  • After being dropped by the BBC, the documentary was acquired and aired by Channel 4, sparking an uproar from public figures who supported its broadcast.
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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