Two attacks this week, which left 17 people dead, were the first mass shootings in the country in recent years.
Tag: Kidnapping and Hostages
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Russia’s Intelligence Agency for Detaining Americans
The United States also announced sanctions on Iran’s intelligence services, seeking to punish foreign governments for detention of Americans by cutting off access to the international financial system.
American Held Hostage in Africa Is Freed
Jeffery Woodke, an aid worker abducted in Niger by militants, was released after more than six years in captivity. A second hostage was also released: Olivier Dubois, a French journalist who disappeared in April 2021.
What to Know About the ICC’s Arrest Warrant for Putin
The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for President Vladimir V. Putin and a Russian official for war crimes. Here’s a look at the warrant and what it could mean for Russia’s leader.
Criminals in Mexico Violated Their Unwritten Rule: Leave Americans Alone
While Mexicans are often caught in cartel violence, and the outside world barely notices, the criminal groups know that targeting Americans is bad for business.
5 Men Found in Mexico With Note Apologizing for Attacking 4 Americans
The note, which was purportedly written by a powerful drug cartel, apologized for the attack last week that left three people dead, and offered up five men it said were responsible.
2 Americans Found Dead; 2 Found Alive in Mexico Kidnapping
Four friends crossed the border on Friday, but within hours, they were abducted by gunmen and two of them were killed before the others were rescued Tuesday.
4 Americans Kidnapped in Mexico Border City Were There Seeking Health Care
The four came under fire shortly after entering the city of Matamoros from Brownsville, Texas. The F.B.I. is offering a $50,000 reward for their return and the arrest of the kidnappers.
Kidnappings in Nigeria and Other Security Crises Concern Voters Ahead of Election
Nigerian voters say that insecurity is the most important issue in this week’s presidential election. One man who was kidnapped said, “You can only survive on your own in Nigeria.”
Kidnappings in Nigeria and Other Security Crises Concern Voters Ahead of Election
Nigerian voters say that insecurity is the most important issue in this week’s presidential election. One man who was kidnapped said, “You can only survive on your own in Nigeria.”