Rageh Omaar was 'determined to finish presenting programme' after becoming unwell live on air

ITV News broadcaster Rageh Omaar has said he was "determined to finish presenting the programme" after returning home following hospital treatment.

Viewers expressed concern about the 56-year-old presenter after he appeared to fall "unwell" live on air during News At Ten on Friday night.

In a statement shared by ITV News, Mr Omaar said: "I would like to thank everyone for their kindness and good wishes, especially all the medical staff, all my wonderful colleagues at ITV News, and our viewers who expressed concern.

"At the time, I was determined to finish presenting the programme. I am grateful for all the support I've been given."

An ITV News spokesperson said he was recovering at home with his family following medical treatment at a hospital.

Journalist Dan Walker said he wished Mr Omaar all the best, posting on X: "I hope is ok and is being looked after."

Mr Omaar covers major news stories as ITV's international affairs editor, while also presenting the channel's current affairs programme On Assignment.

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He was previously a senior foreign correspondent for the BBC, rising to prominence during the invasion of Iraq in 2003.

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