American journalist released a week after being kidnapped in Iraq

American journalist released a week after being kidnapped in Iraq
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Freelancer Shelly Kittleson was reportedly held by Iran-backed militia which says she must now leave countryThe US journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad street corner last week, has been released, secretary of state Marco Rubio announced on Tuesday.“We are relieved that this American is now free and are working to support her safe departure from Iraq,” he said on social media. Continue reading...
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