Hanan Elatr Khashoggi, the widow of the slain Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, has called on the United States to exert pressure on Saudi Arabia to return her husband’s remains. The journalist was killed in 2018 during an undercover visit to the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, where he was assassinated by Saudi agents. Hanan Elatr Khashoggi and Jamal were married in 2018, shortly before his death.
Since the murder, Hanan has been a prominent advocate for justice and accountability, pushing for transparency and the release of information about her husband’s death. She has worked closely with U.S. officials, including the State Department and the Trump administration, to secure the return of Jamal’s remains. The U.S. has maintained a complex relationship with Saudi Arabia, balancing its strategic interests in the Middle East with its commitment to human rights and international law.
The call for the return of Jamal’s remains has also sparked discussions about the broader implications of the case, including the role of the United States in investigating the murder, the potential sanctions against Saudi officials, and the impact on U.S.-Saudi relations. Hanan Elatr Khashoggi has emphasized the need for accountability and has continued to speak out against the allegations of state-sponsored murder, highlighting the personal and political dimensions of the case.