Journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Acquitted in Kuwait

0:00It's April 23rd, from red carpets to breaking stories. This is entertainment and celebrity news, powered by AI. Kuwaiti American journalist Ahmed Shahab Elden is on track for release after more than 50 days in a Kuwait city jail. The 41-year-old got picked up early last month on charges like spreading false news, threatening national security, and misusing his phone. But Thursday brought the big win, he's been acquitted on all counts. What sparked this? Back on March 2nd, he posted footage on his sub-stack of a U.S. Air Force fighter jet, crashing west of Kuwaiti City. That same day, Kuwaiti Interior Ministry dropped a warning against sharing videos or info tied to Iranian attacks. Key point. None of Shahab Elden's posts used his own shots. The committee to protect journalists jumped in quick, hailing the acquittal, and saying his international legal team verified he's innocent. Ever in the UK, human rights lawyer Salya Salvian Gallagher, repping his sisters, called

1:00it a relief after 52 tough days in detention. Details are still trickling in from the team, but everyone's locked on getting him out safe and securing his freedom for good. We'll stay on this as updates hit, keeping the spotlight on press freedom in the mix.