Ahmed Shihab-Eldin

American-Kuwaiti journalist detained in Kuwait in 2026

Journalist (American-Kuwaiti) · Person

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Ahmed Shihab-Eldin was freed after 52 days of detention in Kuwait.

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Kuwaiti authorities revoked his citizenship and that of his two sisters on 29 April 2026, days after his release, according to his lawyers.

2026-04-29

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Committee to Protect JournalistsKuwaiti authorities revoked his citizenship and that of his two sisters on 29 April 2026