War: American journalist, Kittleson regains freedom

World News War: American journalist, Kittleson regains freedom Published on April 8, 2026 By John Owen Nwachukwu googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); American journalist, Shelly Kittleson, who was recently abducted in Baghdad, has been freed, as announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The U.S. Department of State said it expresses its gratitude to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Defense, U.S. personnel from various agencies, and the Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council along with their Iraqi allies, for their support in facilitating her release. In a social media post, Rubio stated that her release demonstrates the “Trump Administration’s unwavering dedication to the safety and security of American citizens, regardless of their location worldwide.” googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Kittleson, a freelance journalist, has established a reputable career in journalism throughout the Middle East, especially in Iraq and Syria. Rubio mentioned on Tuesday that the U.S. is actively working to ensure her safe exit from Iraq. Kittleson was taken hostage in Baghdad by a suspected Iranian-backed Iraqi militant group, according to the U.S., amid escalating regional security concerns following the U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran. The U.S. State Department had indicated that it was making efforts to secure the swift release of the American individual. Dylan Johnson, the assistant secretary of state for global public affairs, posted on X that an individual associated with the Iranian-linked militia group Kataib Hezballah, believed to be involved in the kidnapping, has been apprehended by Iraqi authorities. Don't Miss War: Oil prices fall as US, Iran reach ceasefire agreement You may like War: Oil prices fall as US, Iran reach ceasefire agreement War: Trump agrees two-week ceasefire with Iran War: UK gives condition to allow US access base for attack on Iran War: Iran vows to take conflict beyond Gulf region if US crosses ‘red lines’ War: I will sacrifice my life – Iranian President vows War: Iran strikes Israel in fresh attack

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