A BBC spokesperson said: 'We always take our use of language very seriously. 'Anyone watching or listening to our coverage will hear the word ''terrorist'' used many times - we attribute it to those who are using it, for example, the UK Government.
The building has been covered in red paint The BBC broadcasting house in London appears to have been vandalised with red paint overnight. In scenes shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, the entrance to the building is entirely covered in red paint splattered across the floor, numerous glass revolving doors and the walls eitherside. Newsnight host Victoria Derbyshire took to X to share a clip, writing: ‘Just arrived at work. This is the front entrance to BBC this morning.
‘We have reflected the response from the international community to Hamas’ actions, and featured contributors who have described them as terrorists.’ It continued: ‘We have given careful consideration to all aspects of our reporting of the Israel-Gaza conflict, both in terms of Hamas’ attacks and Israel’s response – this includes the language that we use.
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