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New Documentary Exposes Child Hostages' Fight for Justice

6/11/2025

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"Flight 149: Hostage of War" uncovers the harrowing tale of child hostages Jennifer and John Chappell during Kuwait's 1990 crisis. As they fight for justice against the British government and British Airways, shocking new evidence emerges, contradicting years of denial about the government's awareness of the impending invasion. Don't miss this powerful documentary on Sky.

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"Flight 149: Hostage of War" uncovers the harrowing tale of child hostages Jennifer and John Chappell during Kuwait's 1990 crisis. As they fight for justice against the British government and British Airways, shocking new evidence emerges, contradicting years of denial about the government's awareness of the impending invasion. Don't miss this powerful documentary on Sky.