The abduction of Hella Mewis prompted alarm among Iraqi activists and other foreigners living in the country
. It comes two weeks after the killing of prominent Iraqi commentator Hisham al-Hashimi by unknown gunmen. The perpetrators of that crime are also not yet known, according to security officials.
“We call on the Iraqi security authorities to strive seriously and expeditiously to search for her,” said civil activist Hana Edwar at a news conference following Mewis’ disappearance. “We also ask the kidnappers, if she was kidnapped, to ensure her safety and health and to release her as soon as possible.”
Maas said he did not want to talk about the case in detail considering the sensitivity of the situation but said “we have started at the foreign office to take care of the case and look for a solution that secures the concerned person’s well being.” The men who abducted Mewis were driving a pickup and a van, the security official said, citing initial investigation reports. With details still unclear, he said security forces expect the kidnapping was “perpetrated by armed groups or gangs linked to armed groups.”
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Trial begins for suspect in German synagogue attackThe suspect is alleged to have posted an anti-Semitic screed before carrying out the Oct. 9 attack in the eastern German city of Halle. He tried but failed repeatedly to force his way into the synagogue as 52 worshippers were inside
Read more »
Hart Trophy nominees: Draisaitl, MacKinnon and Panarin vie for NHL MVP honoursDraisaitl led the league with 110 points (43 goals, 67 assists) in 71 games, becoming the first German-born player to win the Art Ross Trophy
Read more »
Protester strips naked in front of anti-riot police in Portland: ‘She was incredibly vulnerable’Dubbed \u0027Naked Athena\u0027, the woman performed a series of poses in front of the armed officers. Ten minutes later, they left the scene
Read more »
Global shares rise after EU sets deal to support economiesGlobal shares advanced Tuesday after European leaders worked out a deal to support their virus-stricken economies.
Read more »
Military Issues New Orders To Eradicate 'Hateful Conduct' In RanksThe military is also actively working to recruit more women, visible minorities and Indigenous people.
Read more »
Trial begins for suspect in German synagogue attackThe suspect is alleged to have posted an anti-Semitic screed before carrying out the Oct. 9 attack in the eastern German city of Halle. He tried but failed repeatedly to force his way into the synagogue as 52 worshippers were inside
Read more »