The ITV News presenter has announced his departure from the broadcaster after seven incredible years.14:26, 05 Jun 2026Updated 14:32, 05 Jun 2026Presenter at ITV News Shehab Khan has been inundated with messages of support following his announcement that he is leaving the broadcaster.‌The journalist shared the news on Instagram today as he accompanyied a collection of photographs showing him on air,.‌He captioned the post: "Today marks the end of an era. After seven incredible years, my time at ITV News has officially come to an end. It's hard to put into words what this chapter has meant to me. I've had the most incredible experiences and made the most amazing friends.‌"From interviewing six British Prime Ministers and reporting across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, to travelling on the PM's private jet, to making documentaries about my Hajj journey (Alhamdulillah) and observing Ramadan, and presenting the national news - it has been the privilege of a lifetime."But more than anything, it's the people I'll remember most. I've had the chance to work alongside some of the most talented, generous and supportive colleagues anyone could ask for. They have challenged me, inspired me and become lifelong friends."‌He went on: "I leave full of gratitude for the opportunities, the lessons and the experiences. ITV News has shaped me in ways I never imagined when I first walked through the door seven years ago, and I'll always be proud to have been part of it."As one chapter closes, another begins. I'm incredibly excited about what's next and can't wait to share it with you all next week. Stay tuned."‌Shehab launched his career as the youngest staff reporter at The Independent aged just 23 in 2017, before making the switch to ITV in 2019.The journalist had started laying the groundwork for his exit a month earlier, when he created a fresh Instagram account separate from his @shehabkhanitv profile, which boasted 21.5 thousand followers.At the time, he offered no explanation for requiring a new presence on the platform and simply urged people to switch over to his new handle, reports the Express.‌Friends and supporters flooded in with messages of encouragement and goodwill following the revelation. In the comments beneath his post, one person wrote: "We will miss you, Shehab - you've been brilliant, and will no doubt continue to be brilliant! x."Another contributed: "Good luck on your next journey, Shehab..Wishing you all the success. The Hajj documentary was so special."Article continues belowA third added: "You're a brilliant journalist and a brilliant man, Shehab - we will all miss you very much - it's been a total joy to work with you."A fourth posted: "Well done for such a brilliant time at ITV News. We will miss you. Loved working with you."Meanwhile, a fifth remarked: "We miss you already, mate. What a joy it's been to work with you and fly on the PM's private jet together! You'll be amazing in your next chapter, and we'll all be cheering you on."