Timmerman, detained earlier this year after entering Syria, stated he was held in isolation but not beaten, although he could hear others being tortured.
While wandering barefoot in Damascus, Timmerman identified himself to reporters, explaining his earlier pilgrimage and subsequent detention after crossing from Lebanon.
Timmerman's case drew attention as speculation arose regarding similarities to the plight of missing U.S. journalist Austin Tice, though they were confirmed to be different individuals.
In a video released, men surrounding Timmerman asserted he was treated well, raising hopes surrounding the fate of other missing persons in Syria.
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