Israeli-Russian captive in Iraq Tsurkov was freed in exchange deal: Report
Summary
An Israeli-Russian academic named Elizabeth Tsurkov was held captive in Iraq for over two years and recently released in a prisoner exchange with Israel. Israel released two prisoners, one identified as Imad Amhaz, in exchange for Tsurkov's freedom. Tsurkov was taken by Kataib Hezbollah in Baghdad while doing academic research in 2023.Key Facts
- Elizabeth Tsurkov is an academic with Israeli and Russian citizenship.
- She was released after being held captive in Iraq for more than two years.
- The release was part of a prisoner exchange deal with Israel.
- Israel released two prisoners, including a man named Imad Amhaz.
- Amhaz was identified by Israel as linked to Hezbollah, but Lebanese officials say he was a civilian.
- Tsurkov disappeared in March 2023 while doing research in Baghdad.
- She was reportedly abducted by Kataib Hezbollah, a group in Iraq's security forces.
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced her release, but reports suggest his role was minimal.
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