Steven Sotloff
Journalist with focus on conflict zones
Born
Died
2014
11 years ago — 31 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Worked as a journalist in the Middle East, focusing on conflict areas including Syria and Iraq. Contributed articles to major publications such as Time magazine and the National Review. Captured while covering the Syrian civil war, Sotloff became a victim of terrorism in 2014. His story raised awareness about the dangers faced by journalists in war-torn regions.
Reported from war zones in Syria and Iraq
Contributed to Time magazine
Captured and executed by ISIS
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