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Russia's Africa Corps Frees Two Hostages in Niger
Russia's Africa Corps has successfully secured the release of two employees who were captured by jihadists during an ambush in Niger in 2024. The individuals had been held hostage since the incident.
21 Apr, 15:51 — 21 Apr, 16:56
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Moscow TimesMostly Factual129d ago
Russia Says Freed 2 Hostages Taken by Jihadists in Niger
The two employees of Russian geology company were freed by a "special operation" carried out by Russia's Africa Corps in Mali, the Defense Ministry said.
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Russia’s Africa corps frees two employees captured in 2024 Niger ambush
Russia’s Africa Corps successfully freed two geology employees held hostage since 2024 after a special operation in Mali, highlighting Moscow’s influence. Read More: https://punchng.com/russias-africa-corps-frees-two-employees-captured-in-2024-niger-ambush/
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