U.S. congressman speaks with Syrian president about returning Kayla Mueller’s remains
Summary
U.S. Congressman Abraham Hamadeh visited Syria to talk with the country's interim president about returning the remains of Kayla Mueller, an American aid worker killed by the Islamic State group. Hamadeh also discussed creating a safe route for delivering aid in a troubled South Syrian area. The remains of Mueller and others have yet to be found.Key Facts
- U.S. Congressman Abraham Hamadeh visited Syria.
- The visit aimed to discuss returning Kayla Mueller's remains to her family in Arizona.
- Kayla Mueller was taken hostage in Syria in 2013 and later confirmed dead.
- Hamadeh met Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa during his six-hour visit.
- There is ongoing exploration for gravesites left by the Islamic State.
- Hamadeh also urged for a secure path to deliver aid to an area in Southern Syria.
- Kayla Mueller was among several foreigners killed by the Islamic State group.
- The Islamic State group lost its territory by 2019, leaving behind mass graves.
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