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The Guardian - World News

The Guardian - World News

Title American journalist released a week after being kidnapped in Iraq Source The Guardian - World News
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Freelancer Shelly Kittleson was reportedly held by Iran-backed militia which says she must now leave country

The US journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad street corner last week, has been released, secretary of state Marco Rubio announced on Tuesday.

“We are relieved that this American is now free and are working to support her safe departure from Iraq,” he said on social media.

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Link https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/07/us-journalist-kidnapped-iraq-released Published At 2026-04-07 21:17:12 (3 days ago)
Created At 2026-04-07 14:30:44 Updated At 2026-04-07 21:20:32