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American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that American journalist Shelley Kittleson, who was kidnapped last week in Iraq, has been released
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, Iraqi officials tell the AP

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, Iraqi officials tell the AP

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad last week, has been released
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, Rubio says

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that American journalist Shelley Kittleson, who was kidnapped last week in Iraq, has been released
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Iraqi armed group says it will release abducted US journalist, says she must leave Iraq immediately

Iraqi armed group says it will release abducted US journalist, says she must leave Iraq immediately

BAGHDAD, April 7 (Reuters) - Iraqi armed group Kataib Hezbollah, which is aligned with Iran, said on Tuesday it would release abducted U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson, adding that she must leave Iraq immediately. Kittleson was abducted in late March in Baghdad.
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Iran-Backed Militia Releases American Journalist Shelly Kittleson After Kidnapping in Iraq

Iran-Backed Militia Releases American Journalist Shelly Kittleson After Kidnapping in Iraq

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped by the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah in Baghdad, has been released. The militia agreed to her release in exchange for the freedom of several detained members. Kittleson, a freelance journalist with a career spanning the Middle East, was abducted on March 31, 2026. The U.S. government, alongside Iraqi officials, worked to secure her release. The militia stated that Kittleson must leave Iraq immediately. The release was reportedly influenced by the 'patriotic stances' of the outgoing Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, an Iraqi official tells the AP

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released, an Iraqi official tells the AP

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad last week, has been released
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Iran-Backed Militia Releases American Journalist Shelly Kittleson in Baghdad

Iran-Backed Militia Releases American Journalist Shelly Kittleson in Baghdad

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad street corner last week, has been released by the Iran-backed Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah. The group announced its decision to free Kittleson, citing 'appreciation of the patriotic stances of the outgoing prime minister,' Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Kittleson was abducted on March 31 and held in Baghdad until her release. The militia had not previously acknowledged responsibility for the abduction, although U.S. and Iraqi officials had suspected them. The release was reportedly contingent on Kittleson leaving Iraq immediately. The U.S. State Department has not commented on the situation.
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Iran-backed Iraqi militia says it will release American journalist Shelly Kittleson

Iran-backed Iraqi militia says it will release American journalist Shelly Kittleson

The powerful Iran-backed Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah says that it will release American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad street corner last week
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U.S. Journalist Shelly Kittleson Believed Held by Militia in Iraq

U.S. Journalist Shelly Kittleson Believed Held by Militia in Iraq

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad on March 31, is believed to be alive and held by Kataib Hezbollah, a paramilitary group with ties to Iran. Iraqi security officials have indicated that Kittleson is possibly being detained in Jurf al-Sakhar, a stronghold of the militia located about 40 miles south of Baghdad. The group has not claimed responsibility for the kidnapping, nor have they provided proof of life or made any demands. The FBI and the State Department are involved in efforts to secure her release, with the FBI coordinating through its Washington Field Office and the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell. Influential Shiite politicians are reportedly in contact with the militia to negotiate her freedom.
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American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released After Abduction in Iraq by Shiite Militia

American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released After Abduction in Iraq by Shiite Militia

American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being abducted by a Shiite militia group in Iraq. The abduction lasted for a week, and her release was confirmed by Al-Monitor, one of the publications she has worked for. Alex Plitsas, a CNN national security analyst and Kittleson's U.S. point of contact, announced on social media that they are awaiting her transfer to U.S. officials. The militia group Kataib Hezbollah stated on Telegram that Kittleson was released on the condition that she leaves Iraq immediately. The Associated Press reported that the release was part of an exchange deal where several militia members detained by Iraqi authorities would be freed. Kittleson has contributed to various international publications, including Foreign Policy, BBC World Service, and Politico.
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Kataib Hezbollah to Release Abducted US Journalist Shelly Kittleson

Kataib Hezbollah to Release Abducted US Journalist Shelly Kittleson

The Iran-aligned Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah has announced its decision to release US journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was abducted in Baghdad. The group stated that Kittleson must leave Iraq immediately upon her release. This decision follows pressure from the Iraqi government and influential Shi'ite leaders. Kittleson, a freelance journalist based in Rome, has covered several conflicts in the Middle East. Her abduction had raised concerns about the safety of journalists in the region.
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The Latest: US and Israel strike Iran's oil, rail and bridges ahead of Trump deadline

The Latest: US and Israel strike Iran's oil, rail and bridges ahead of Trump deadline

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that a “whole civilization will die tonight” but said Iran still has time to capitulate ahead of a deadline he set for 8 p.m. Tuesday in Washington