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German journalist held in Syria back home, family says (opens original article in a new tab)

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A German journalist detained in Syria since January has been released, according to her family. She was arrested in Raqqa during a military operation, and a Kurdish colleague remains missing.

  • German journalist Eva Maria Michelmann was released from Syrian detention after being held since January 18.
  • She was arrested in Raqqa during a military operation targeting a building linked to the Syrian Democratic Forces.
  • Her family confirmed she was in good condition despite extended solitary confinement and that a Kurdish colleague remains missing.

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