April 15, 2025|
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|8 months agoSwiss Woman Abducted in Niger Sparks International Response
Foreign Ministry confirms kidnapping of Swiss citizen in Agadez, Niger, triggering diplomatic efforts as authorities work to secure her release.
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- A Swiss woman was abducted from her home in Agadez, Niger
- The victim had been living in Agadez for several years
- The Swiss citizen is Lebanese-born and married to a Nigerien
- Swiss representation in Niamey is in contact with local authorities
By The Numbers
1
Swiss citizens kidnapped in current incident
28 years
Duration of previous Austrian kidnap victim's residence in region
They Said
"Clarifications are under way"
"the abduction of a foreign woman of Swiss nationality"