Washington, DC [ US ], September 29 (ANI): US citizen Amir Amiry, who had been "wrongfully detained" in Afghanistan, has been released and is now back on American soil, the State Department said on Sunday (local time).

The US State Department released a statement celebrating Amiry's homecoming and highlighting the critical role of Qatar in securing his release.

"Today, thanks to President Trump's leadership and commitment to the American people, the United States welcomes home US citizen Amir Amiry, who was wrongfully detained in Afghanistan," the release stated.

"We express our sincere gratitude to Qatar, whose strong partnership and tireless diplomatic efforts were vital to securing his release," it added.

Further, the State Department emphasised that "this homecoming reflect

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