IFJ Calls for Release of Journalists Held for Nearly Two Months by Somali Kidnappers

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) today called for the release of three journalists who have been held by kidnappers in Somalia for almost two months.

Canadian Amanda Lindhout, Australian Nigel Brenan and Somali Abdifatah Mohammed Elmi were abducted on August 23 near the Somali capital, Mogadishu. The IFJ is extremely concerned about their safety after reports that their kidnappers threatened to kill Lindhout and Brenan if a $2.5 million (1.8 million Euros) ransom is not paid. more..http://www.ifj.org/en/articles/ifj-calls-for-release-of-journalists-held-for-nearly-two-months-by-somali-kidnappers