Global War News

1. Editorial Purpose

Global War News is committed to publishing accurate, fair, and responsible journalism focused on armed conflicts, geopolitics, international security, and their global consequences.

Our editorial purpose is to inform readers with verified facts, clear context, and balanced reporting, particularly in situations involving violence, humanitarian crises, and international tensions.

2. Editorial Independence

Global War News maintains full editorial independence.

Editorial decisions are made without influence from governments, political parties, military organizations, corporations, or advocacy groups. Commercial relationships, advertising, or sponsorships do not influence news selection, framing, or conclusions.

Contributors and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

3. Content Standards

All published content must meet the following standards:

• Accuracy and factual integrity
• Clear sourcing and attribution
• Neutral and professional language
• Respect for human dignity
• Clear distinction between fact, analysis, and opinion

We do not publish content that is intentionally misleading, sensationalized, or designed solely to generate traffic.

4. News Reporting

News content must:

• Be based on verifiable information
• Cite reliable and identifiable sources
• Distinguish confirmed facts from developing information
• Avoid speculation presented as fact

Breaking news stories are updated as additional information becomes available. Initial reports are clearly identified as developing.

5. Analysis & Explainers

Analysis and explainer articles provide context, interpretation, and background.

• They are grounded in verified facts
• Interpretations are supported by evidence
• Assumptions or uncertainties are clearly stated
• They do not promote political or ideological positions

6. Opinion & Commentary

Opinion and commentary content:

• Is clearly labeled as Opinion or Editorial
• Reflects the author’s perspective, not the publication’s position
• Is based on factual information
• Does not misrepresent facts or incite harm

Opinion content is not presented as breaking news.

7. Source Verification & Attribution

We prioritize primary and reputable secondary sources, including:

• International news agencies
• Official government and institutional statements
• International organizations
• Research institutions and subject matter experts

Anonymous sources are used only when there is a clear public interest, the source faces credible risk, and the information can be independently corroborated.

8. Use of Images, Video & Media

Visual media must:

• Accurately represent the event or subject
• Include clear captions and source credits
• Avoid graphic or disturbing imagery
• Avoid misleading context or manipulation

We do not publish fabricated, manipulated, or AI-generated images as factual news content.

9. Ethical Reporting in Conflict Coverage

When reporting on conflict and violence:

• Civilian harm is reported with sensitivity
• Victims are treated with dignity
• Language avoids dehumanization
• Context is provided to prevent misinformation

Graphic details are avoided unless they add clear informational value.

10. Use of Technology & AI

Digital tools, including AI-assisted systems, may be used to support research, data analysis, and language refinement.

Final editorial responsibility always rests with a human editor. We do not publish fully automated or unsupervised content as news reporting.

11. Corrections & Updates

Accuracy is a continuing obligation.

• Errors are corrected promptly once identified
• Significant corrections are acknowledged transparently
• Updates do not remove the original publication date
• Correction notices are added when factual meaning changes

We do not silently alter published content to conceal errors.

12. Plagiarism & Originality

Global War News does not tolerate plagiarism.

• Content must be original or properly attributed
• Paraphrasing must preserve meaning and credit sources
• Aggregated information must include independent editorial value

13. Hate Speech & Harmful Content

We do not publish content that promotes hatred, violence, or discrimination against individuals or groups.

Contextual reporting on extremist groups or ideologies is permitted when clearly framed as news coverage.

14. Accountability & Transparency

We are accountable to our readers. Readers may request corrections, raise editorial concerns, or seek clarification on sourcing or content.

Editorial correspondence:
Email: [email protected]

Corrections:
Email: [email protected]

15. Policy Review

This Editorial Policy is reviewed periodically and updated as editorial standards and industry practices evolve.

Final Statement

Global War News believes responsible journalism is essential during times of conflict. Our editorial decisions prioritize truth, context, and public understanding over speed or sensationalism.