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American Journalist Released After Months of Captivity by Pro-Iran Militia in Iraq

An American journalist kidnapped by a pro-Iran militia in Baghdad has been released, according to a senior Iraqi government official, bringing an end to a high-stakes standoff.

An American journalist kidnapped by a pro-Iran militia in Baghdad has been released, according to a senior Iraqi government official, marking a significant development in her captivity. The identity of the person who facilitated her release was not disclosed. Kittleson's release comes after weeks of negotiations between the Iraqi government and the kidnappers.

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