American Kuwaiti Journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Acquitted In Kuwait
American-Kuwaiti journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin has been acquitted of all charges in Kuwait, his lawyer said. He had been held in Kuwait after authorities detained him earlier this year.
Authorities brought criminal charges following the detention, and he faced court proceedings while in custody. Reports did not provide details of the charges or the legal basis for the case.
His lawyer announced the acquittal and described it as a legal victory for the journalist. The decision ends the criminal case, but it is not yet clear if authorities will lift any travel limits or other restrictions tied to the matter.
The case drew attention because he holds American citizenship and works in journalism. It also highlights wider concerns about press freedoms and the legal risks journalists can face in the Gulf.
đ Key Facts
- Ahmed Shihab-Eldin was detained in Kuwait on March 3, 2026, and held for 52 days
- A Kuwaiti court has acquitted him of all charges and he is expected to be released imminently, according to his lawyers
- Press freedom groups say his arrest followed reposting verified content about the conflict in Iran amid tightened Kuwaiti media restrictions
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