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Memorial service held for IS victim Steven Sotloff

Nearly 1,000 mourners including relatives, friends and politicians, have attended a memorial service in Florida for US journalist Steven Sotloff, who was killed by IS militants.

The Islamic State released a video on Tuesday showing the murder of Mr Sotloff.

He is the second American journalist to be beheaded in two weeks over the group's confrontation with the US over air strikes in Iraq and its foreign policy.

Footage of James Foley being beheaded on August 19 shocked the world.

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Sotloff's father: 'I know his passing will change the world'

The father of American IS victim Steven Sotloff has spoken publicly for the first time since his son's death.

Steven Sotloff's father Arthur. Credit: REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity

At a two-hour memorial service for the US journalist in Florida, Arthur Sotloff said: "I have lost my son and my best friend, but I know his passing will change the world."

Mr Sotloff's mother Shirley told those at the Jewish Temple Beth Ann: "I'm so proud of my son for living his dream. Most people live a lifetime and never find fulfillment."

Cousins of Steven Sotloff attend the memorial service in Florida on Friday. Credit: REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity
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