Claude Code v2.0.50 ·
WebSearch Tool Now Requires Source Citations
EntryKind: in v2.0.50,
ChangesSection of the release
What: Claude must now include a "Sources:" section with hyperlinked references when using web search. Details:
- Mandatory "Sources:" section at end of responses using web search
- Links formatted as markdown hyperlinks:
[Title](URL) - Returns now include "links as markdown hyperlinks" in results
- Evidence:
k9B variable at line 187201 in v2.0.50, adds "CRITICAL REQUIREMENT" section
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