"Kataib Hezbollah stated that they released Kittleson in appreciation of the patriotic positions of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani, who had been negotiating for her release."
"A security commander for the group mentioned that this initiative will not be repeated in the future, emphasizing the ongoing state of war against the Zionist-American enemy."
"U.S. assistant secretary of state for public affairs Dylan Johnson noted that the State Department had previously fulfilled its duty to warn Kittleson of threats against her."
"Kittleson was contacted several times about threats against her, including the night before she was abducted, indicating the dangers faced by journalists in Iraq."
Kataib Hezbollah released American journalist Shelly Kittleson one week after her abduction in Baghdad. The group stated the release was in appreciation of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani's efforts. Kittleson is ordered to leave Iraq immediately. A security commander indicated that such initiatives would not be repeated, emphasizing the ongoing conflict with perceived enemies. Kittleson was previously warned about threats against her prior to her kidnapping, highlighting the risks faced by journalists in the region.
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