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Israeli-Russian Academic Allegedly Kidnapped in Iraq: Disturbing Video Emerges

A video purportedly showing Israeli-Russian academic Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was kidnapped in Iraq in March, has been shared by an Iraqi TV channel and social media close to Iraqi militia groups. The authenticity of the video has not been independently verified, but if confirmed, it would be the first images of Tsurkov since her kidnapping over seven months ago. Tsurkov is seen in the video speaking in Hebrew and referencing the Israel-Gaza war. The Israeli government has previously stated that Tsurkov is being held by Iran-backed Iraqi Shiite militia Kataeb Hezbollah, and Iraq is responsible for her safety.

via The Jerusalem Post|

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Kidnapping of Israeli Academic in Iraq Linked to Iranian Prisoner Release

Moscow claims to be unaware of the Russian citizenship of Israeli-Russian academic Elizabeth Tsurkov, who is reportedly being held by a pro-Iranian Shiite militia in Iraq. The Russian ambassador in Iraq stated that he has not received any appeals from Tsurkov's family or friends and does not have information on her citizenship or whereabouts. The Kremlin has pledged to inquire with Russia's Foreign Ministry to protect Tsurkov's interests, while the Iraqi government has opened an investigation into her kidnapping.

via The Moscow Times|

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Investigation Launched into Kidnapping of Israeli-Russian Academic in Iraq

The Iraqi government has launched an official investigation into the suspected kidnapping of Israeli-Russian academic Elizabeth Tsurkov, who has been missing in Baghdad for over three months. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office accused Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah of holding her, but the pro-Iran armed faction has denied involvement. The government spokesman stated that no official statement will be made until the investigation is completed. Tsurkov, a doctoral student at Princeton University, arrived in Baghdad in December 2022 and has not been active on social media since March 21.

via The Times of Israel|

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