Elizrael published an article in The Atlantic recounting her 903 days in captivity in Baghdad, stating she wrote the first draft while still held captive, according to an X post by @Elizrael during the 29-minute window from 11:16 PM to 11:46 PM UTC on January 11, 2026. In the post, Elizrael shared an excerpt reflecting on her torturers: "Throughout my 903 days in captivity, I reflected on this odd juxtaposition: my torturers were incredibly ignorant, yet highly skilled at inflicting harm on others." The article, titled "Kidnapped Baghdad," is accessible at the provided link from The Atlantic. Elizrael announced the publication on X, noting it appears in @TheAtlantic, as stated in the post sourced within this reporting period.
