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A US journalist was kidnapped in Baghdad and a search is underway

American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad, with Iraqi security forces pursuing her captors. A U.S. official blamed Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah, and one suspect has been arrested. Kittleson, who has reported extensively from the region, had previously been warned of danger.

1 Apr 2026 8:02 am