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ISIS beheads another American journalist
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 2 September 2014
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The beheading of American journalist Steven Sotloff by ISIS has been confirmed through video footage. This follows the earlier beheading of James Foley, raising concerns over journalist safety.Summary
Steven Sotloff, an American journalist who was reported to be held by ISIS in Syria, has been apparently beheaded in an video.
A few weeks ago the ISIS beheaded another US journalist James Foley. Reports said the White House issued a statement saying the officials cannot verify the video footage.
The ISIS termed it a "second message to America". Sotloff was previously associated with TIME magazine, Foreign Policy, and other publications.
Key Points
- Steven Sotloff is the second American journalist beheaded by ISIS.
- The White House has not verified the authenticity of the video.
- Sotloff previously worked for respected publications like TIME.
- ISIS claims this act is a message to America.
- The incident raises alarms over the safety of journalists in conflict zones.
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