Man charged over kidnappings in Syria
Shajul Islam is accused of keeping John Cantlie, who has worked for the Sunday Times, and Dutch journalist Jeroen Oerlemans captive for about a week in the turbulent state.
Islam was arrested last week after arriving at Heathrow airport on a flight from Egypt and will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today.
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Hide AdA 26-year-old woman who was held with him has been released without charge.
The pair were arrested on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism on 9 October.
Anti-terrorism laws give police up to a week to question suspects without charge.