The kidnappers of freelance journalist Jill Carroll, abducted in the Adil neighborhood of western Baghdad on January 7, said today that they will kill her if the United States does not free all female Iraqi prisoners within 72 hours. The Committee to Protect Journalists immediately issued an appeal on her behalf, while the Christian Science Monitor provides regular updates.Jill's family released this statement today:
"Jill is an innocent journalist and we respectfully ask that you please show her mercy and allow her to return home to her mother, sister and family. Jill is a kind person whose love for Iraq and the Iraqi people are evident in her articles. She has been welcomed into the homes of many Iraqis and shown every courtesy. From that experience, she understands the hardships and suffering that the Iraqi people face every day. Jill is a friend and sister to many Iraqis and has been dedicated to bringing the truth of the Iraq war to the world.
"We appeal for the speedy and safe return of our beloved daughter and sister."
– Jim, Mary Beth, and Katie Carroll
1 comment:
Tony,
Thank you for directing us to information about Jill Carroll. I have read her reporting in the CSM and am sickened by her situation.
Post a Comment