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Nigeria Rescues 76 Hostages Amid Surge in Violence

8/25/2025

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Story summary

Nigeria's military rescued 76 hostages, including children, in Katsina state through airstrikes against militants.
The operation targeted a known kidnapper and followed a mosque attack that resulted in 50 deaths.
One child died during the rescue operation.
Violence has surged recently, with 150 fatalities in a previous attack.
The government is intensifying efforts to address rising militancy.

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Story summary

Nigeria's military rescued 76 hostages, including children, in Katsina state through airstrikes against militants.
The operation targeted a known kidnapper and followed a mosque attack that resulted in 50 deaths.
One child died during the rescue operation.
Violence has surged recently, with 150 fatalities in a previous attack.
The government is intensifying efforts to address rising militancy.