Summary
A militia group in Iraq called Kataib Hezbollah announced they will release American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad. The group cited respect for outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani as the reason, though they previously did not admit to the kidnapping. U.S. officials are working on securing her release with the help of the FBI.
Key Facts
- Shelly Kittleson is an American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad last week.
- The militia Kataib Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for the abduction.
- The militia will release Kittleson due to respect for Iraq's outgoing prime minister.
- Iraqi authorities reported the kidnapping involved gunmen and vehicles.
- U.S. officials, including the State Department and FBI, are working on her release.
- Iraqi officials faced challenges in negotiating with the militia for her freedom.
- No official comment yet from U.S. officials about the situation.
