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theblaze.compolitics6 days ago
Man With Prior Deportations Charged With Rape and Abduction in Virginia
Juan Arevalo Mendez was arrested last week in Prince William County on charges stemming from an alleged September 2025 attack in Fairfax County. DHS called on state and local officials to transfer him to ICE custody rather than release him.
washingtonpost.comworld7 days ago
Peter Obi Calls for President Tinubu to Resign Over Oyo School Abduction
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress said the president had not contacted Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde more than 50 days after the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers. Obi also cited 13 school abductions during the current administration.
abcnews.go.compolitics10 days ago
Savannah Guthrie Says Family Continues Search Five Months After Mother’s Abduction in Tucson
Savannah Guthrie said her family has faced unending trauma in the five months since her 84-year-old mother Nancy was abducted from her Tucson home on Feb. 1. No arrests have been made. The FBI continues to investigate ransom notes received in the case.
world12 days ago
Parents Urge Nigerian Government to Recover Kidnapped Students
Parents of dozens of students taken by gunmen from a school in northeast Nigeria have called for stronger government action to secure their children's return. The appeal follows the abduction and highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics13 days ago
Uganda opposition leader accuses government of abductions and media closures; regulator says it will investigate
Joel Ssenyonyi told newly elected MPs on 30 June 2026 that security agencies abducted suspects and held them without trial while media outlets faced arbitrary shutdowns. He cited the arrest of former minister Miria Matembe and the suspension of Nation Media Group stations as exam…
The Guardianpolitics14 days ago
Detroit Lions release cornerback Terrion Arnold after arrest
The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold on Monday, days after his arrest on allegations that he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men. A Florida judge set his bail at $1 million the same day.
world15 days ago
FBI Asks TMZ to Drop Bitcoin Payment Plan in Nancy Guthrie Abduction Case
Harvey Levin proposed paying one bitcoin to track a sender claiming knowledge of Nancy Guthrie's kidnappers. The FBI later directed TMZ to halt the documentary effort.
thegatewaypundit.comworld17 days ago
Tipster Claims Video of Nancy Guthrie Abduction and Demands Bitcoin Payment
A person contacting TMZ founder Harvey Levin asserts direct knowledge of the case and possession of video evidence. The sender now seeks one Bitcoin after previously requesting up to $100,000.
nypost.compolitics20 days ago
Ransom notes sent after Arizona woman's February abduction include specific home details
Two ransom notes were sent days after an 84-year-old woman was taken from her Tucson home. A retired FBI agent said the first note contained details not reported in news coverage.
Washington Examinerworld19 days agoUpdated
Nancy Guthrie Missing After February Abduction; Ransom Note Claims She Died
Nancy Guthrie, 84, disappeared from her Arizona home on February 1. Two ransom notes followed, the second claiming she died shortly after being taken. Her daughter Savannah Guthrie has made repeated public appeals for information.
winnipegfreepress.comfinance22 days ago
Ugandan lawyer Erias Lukwago remanded to Luzira Prison after abduction by Special Forces
AllAfrica reported that senior lawyer Erias Lukwago was abducted by Special Forces Command members, allegedly tortured, arraigned in court, and remanded to Luzira Prison. Lawyers held an extraordinary meeting in Kampala where speakers urged solidarity among advocates.
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Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Islamic Jihad Member Linked to October 7 Kidnapping
Israeli military and security services said they killed a Palestinian Islamic Jihad member who took part in the abduction of a 12-year-old boy during the October 7, 2023 attacks. The strike occurred in the Gaza Strip on June 19, 2026.
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diff.wikimedia.orgworld27 days ago
Nigeria Records 268,787 Human Rights Complaints in May
The National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria said it fielded 268,787 complaints during May. The figure marks a sharp monthly rise and covers killings, abductions, and sexual violence.
680news.comworld32 days ago
Nigeria Police Opens 24-Hour Schools Protection Squad Centre in Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force established a round-the-clock command centre on 11 June 2026 to handle school-related security emergencies. The move follows years of mass abductions and school closures.
Reasonpolitics32 days ago
Florida Man Sues After Facial Recognition Led to Arrest for Crime He Did Not Commit
A Florida resident was arrested in 2024 after facial recognition software matched him to an attempted child abduction in a city he had never visited. Prosecutors later dropped the charges when his attorney showed he was at work that day. The ACLU filed suit this week seeking dama…
rediff.comworld33 days ago
Investigation Reports Journalists and Opposition Members Killed in Mozambique Since 2024 Elections
A consortium of 30 journalists across 10 countries documented dozens of abductions and killings of opposition members and journalists in Mozambique after the 2024 general elections. The reporting found that authorities have conducted few investigations into the violence.
thegatewaypundit.comworld34 days ago
House of Representatives Calls for Federal Action on Banditry and School Abductions
The House of Representatives on Tuesday adopted a motion urging the federal government to deploy an aggressive security strategy against banditry, mass kidnappings and attacks on schools and places of worship. Lawmakers also called for stronger oversight of security operations an…
upi.comworld40 days ago
South Korea Awards Minimal Compensation to Family of Abducted Defector Journalist
The unification ministry approved compensation for the family of Ham Jin-woo, a North Korean defector-turned-journalist recognized as an abduction victim. The payout follows his formal designation in March.
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Sudanese Women Recount Abduction, Rape and Ransom by RSF Fighters Amid Civil War
Three women recounted being held as sex slaves and forced to pay ransoms ranging from $700 to $1,250 after abduction by RSF fighters in Sudan. The accounts come as ransom incidents rose nearly 195 percent since the war began.
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Israeli forces kill Hamas member linked to October 7 hostage takings
Israeli forces reported killing a Hamas operative who took part in the October 7, 2023 abductions of four Israeli civilians. The four individuals were seized during the attacks that also killed more than 1,100 people.
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thehindu.compolitics42 days ago
Ukrainian officials report evidence of Russian child abductions and military training
Ukrainian officials stated they possess evidence that Russia is abducting children and training them to fight against other Ukrainians. The International Criminal Court has indicated such actions may constitute a war crime.
South China Morning Postpolitics45 days ago
Japan PM Takaichi Tells North Korea Abductee Families She Will Seek Progress on Kidnapping Issue
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to resolve the abduction issue during her term, including through possible summit talks. The rally was held in Tokyo on Saturday, 30 May 2026.
winnipegfreepress.comworld46 days ago
Italian Police Arrest Five Men in Rome Tourist Abduction Case
A 32-year-old Colombian woman was abducted near Rome's Termini Station, held for three days, and sexually assaulted before escaping. Five men have been arrested and eleven others received expulsion orders.
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news.sky.comworld52 days ago
Man sentenced to 10 years for rape of 14-year-old in Glasgow
A 38-year-old man received a 10-year prison term after a court found him guilty of raping a 14-year-old girl at his Glasgow flat while on bail for prior grooming charges. The High Court in Glasgow also convicted him of abduction, assault, and sending sexual communications to a ch…
japantimes.co.jpworld55 days ago
Japan Continues to Seek Resolution of North Korea Abduction Cases
A Japanese government survey from 2024 found that 76 percent of respondents expressed concern over North Korean abductions of Japanese citizens and missile activities. North Korea admitted to some abductions at a 2002 summit, and some victims returned while others remain unaccoun…
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thenarwhal.caworld55 days ago
Saskatchewan Appeal Court Upholds Man's Conviction for Parental Child Abduction
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal has dismissed a man's appeal of his conviction and sentence for taking his daughter to prevent a COVID-19 vaccination. The court ruled the trial judge correctly refused to allow a necessity defense.
vanguardngr.compolitics57 days ago
Borno State Government Works With Security Agencies to Rescue 42 School Abductees
Borno State officials are coordinating with security forces to recover 42 students and children taken from a school in Askira-Uba LGA. The abduction occurred last Friday during early morning classes.
The Independentworld57 days agoUpdated
Militant Attacks on Schools in Nigeria Leave More Than 80 Children Missing
More than 80 children are missing after suspected militants attacked schools in Nigeria over the past week. Officials and Amnesty International reported abductions in Borno and Oyo states.
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Al Jazeeraworld59 days ago
Gunmen Kidnap Dozens of School Pupils in Northeast Nigeria
Armed attackers seized students from a school in Borno state on Friday morning, residents and a teacher told Reuters and AFP. No group has claimed responsibility for the raid, which follows a pattern of abductions used by armed groups in rural areas with limited government presen…
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France 24world60 days ago
Human Rights Watch Reports Killings, Rapes and Abductions During M23 Occupation of Uvira in Late 2025
Human Rights Watch documented atrocities by M23 rebels and the Rwandan army during their month-long occupation of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in late 2025 and early 2026. The rights group released its report on Thursday detailing the abuses. Senior researcher Cl…
bbc.co.ukworld63 days ago
Man freed in error after child abduction conviction left UK after walking in London and visiting a pub, court hears
A child abductor erroneously released from custody walked through London streets and stopped at a pub before leaving the country, a court has heard. The details of the man's movements emerged in proceedings that highlighted the mistaken release. @SkyNews reported on the case unde…
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eonline.comfinance64 days ago
Savannah Guthrie Renews Public Appeal for Information on Mother Missing Since February
The TODAY show co-anchor posted a video compilation and emotional message on Instagram on May 10, 2026, more than three months after her 84-year-old mother was reported missing near Tucson, Arizona. Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her daughter’s home after dinner on Jan. 31. Autho…
nypost.comfinance64 days ago
FBI, Pima County Investigators Say They Are Close to Solving Abduction of Savannah Guthrie's 84-Year-Old Mother
Michael Feldman shared an Instagram post on May 10, 2026, honoring his wife Savannah Guthrie with the message "To the strongest person I know" and "Surrounding you with love on Mother’s Day. " alongside a photo of her kissing their children. Nancy Guthrie, 84, disappeared from he…
thehindubusinessline.compolitics65 days ago
Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez to Appear at ICJ in Guyana Border Dispute
Delcy Rodriguez will attend International Court of Justice proceedings over the oil-rich Essequibo region for the first time since Nicolas Maduro's abduction by U.S. forces in January 2026. The trip, announced Saturday, comes as Rodriguez balances compliance with U.S. demands and…
nbcnews.comworld65 days ago
IDF Kills Hamas Member Linked to 2023 Abduction and Dismantles Eight Tunnels
The Israeli military said it eliminated a Hamas member who participated in the abduction of Mia Schem from the Supernova music festival on Oct. 7, 2023. The operation on April 29 followed intelligence analysis confirming the individual's identity. Separately, forces dismantled ei…
Al Jazeeraworld68 days ago
Media Rights Group Accuses Burkina Faso Authorities of Detaining Journalist
Reporters Without Borders said its investigation found that journalist Atiana Serge Oulon has been held in a villa in Ouagadougou since his June 2024 abduction. The group stated this contradicts official accounts that he was conscripted into the military. The report also describe…
France 24world74 days agoUpdated
Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Flotilla Near Crete, Detains 175 Activists
Israeli forces seized 22 boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Crete, detaining about 175 activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. Organizers described the action as a violent raid and abduction, while Israel stated it was peaceful and that detaine…
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New York Postbusiness74 days ago
Lawsuit Accuses Roblox, Discord, and Uber of Failing to Prevent Abduction and Assault of Teen
A 19-year-old woman has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, Discord, and Uber, alleging the companies failed to address warnings about a user's predatory behavior. The suit claims the user arranged an off-platform Uber ride to transport her from Indiana to New Jersey, where she was c…
France 24world77 days ago
ISWAP Claims Attack Killing 29 at Football Pitch in Nigeria's Adamawa State
Gunmen killed at least 29 people in an hours-long attack on Guyaku community in Nigeria's Adamawa state, targeting youths at a football pitch and burning properties. The Islamic State's West Africa Province claimed responsibility, stating it killed Christians and torched a church…
hrw.orgworld81 days ago
Zimbabwe Authorities Detain Student Leaders Protesting Term Extension Amendment
Zimbabwean authorities have detained and charged several student leaders protesting a proposed constitutional amendment to extend presidential and parliamentary terms. Human Rights Watch documented incidents involving arrests, abductions, and assaults on students affiliated with…
business-standard.comworld87 days ago
Recent Global News Roundup: Disasters, Crime, Politics, Sports, and Entertainment Highlights
Recent incidents range from a 16-year-old girl's abduction to extreme weather forcing evacuations across regions. Political statements and sports moments also emerged amid entertainment news. All details stem from verified reports on diverse occurrences.
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Hoda Kotb Returns to Today Show as Co-Host for Savannah Guthrie Amid Family Crisis
Hoda Kotb is set to return to the Today show on Monday as co-host for Savannah Guthrie while another host is on vacation. This follows Guthrie's absence due to her mother's abduction from her Arizona home on February 1. Kotb previously filled in during Guthrie's time away and pro…
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US Journalist Shelly Kittleson Freed from Captivity in Iraq After Kidnapping by Kataib Hezbollah
American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was released from captivity and transferred to the Iraqi government following her kidnapping in Baghdad last week. The abduction was carried out by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed Shiite paramilitary group. Officials confirmed he…
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Iraqi Militia Kataib Hezbollah Announces Release of Kidnapped US Journalist Shelly Kittleson
Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed Iraqi militia, announced the release of US journalist Shelly Kittleson following her kidnapping. The group stated she must leave Iraq immediately as a condition. Earlier reports confirmed her abduction by the militia.
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American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released After Abduction by Iraqi Militia
Shelly Kittleson, an American journalist, was abducted in Iraq by a militia allied with Iran and held for one week. Iraqi officials stated that she was freed in exchange for the release of militia members. The incident highlights security risks for foreign journalists in the regi…