American Journalist Kidnapped in Iraq by Iran-backed Group:

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Key FactsAmerican Journalist Abducted by Iran-Backed Militia

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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com

Freelance reporter Shelly Kittleson was taken hostage on March 31 in Baghdad by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militia.

Iraqi authorities arrested one suspect and confiscated a vehicle involved in the abduction.

The U.S. State Department is coordinating with the FBI to secure her prompt release.

Recent warnings highlighted increased risks to U.S. citizens in Iraq, which remains on a Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory.

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