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American Missionary Released from Niger | Dayton News
An American missionary held hostage in Niger’s capital for months has been released—safe and healthy—and is now with U.S. officials, set to reunite with his family. His abduction comes amid escalating security threats in the Sahel, where armed groups linked to al-Qaida and ISIS are active, and Niger’s political instability under military rule has strained ties with Western allies like the U.S. The country’s recent shift toward Russia adds further complexity, while high-profile attacks—including one at Niamey airport last July—underscore the growing danger for civilians and foreign nationals…
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