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Qatari-Led Mission Unearths Over a Dozen Remains in Search for US Hostages in Syria

Initial excavations in Dabiq recover multiple sets of human remains, with DNA analysis underway to identify victims of ISIS executions.

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A member of a Qatari search-and-rescue team scours the parched earth for human remains.
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Overview

  • Qatar's search and rescue team, alongside US and Syrian partners, began excavations in Dabiq on May 7 to locate the remains of US hostages killed by ISIS.
  • Over a dozen sets of human remains have been recovered from shallow graves, including three initially reported finds, pending DNA identification.
  • The mission's primary focus is finding the remains of aid worker Peter Kassig, with hopes of also identifying journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and aid worker Kayla Mueller.
  • The operation, funded by Qatar, involves advanced forensic techniques, intelligence collaboration, and security support from Syria's interim government.
  • This effort coincides with US President Trump's upcoming visit to Qatar and discussions on regional diplomacy and sanctions relief for Syria's new leadership.