Sister recounts relentless fight to free sibling held captive in Iraq for 903 days
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Princeton University doctoral student Elizabeth Tsurkov was held hostage in Iraq for 903 days, enduring torture and isolation after being kidnapped by an Iran-backed militia. Her sister Emma fought tirelessly for her release in September 2025, lobbying governments and taking bold actions to raise awareness.
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