An Austrian woman, Eva Gretzmacher, was kidnapped by gunmen in Niger’s Agadez city, marking the first known abduction of a European citizen since a military junta took power in 2023. Gretzmacher, an aid worker known for her social commitment and development projects, has lived in Agadez for over 20 years. The incident highlights the worsening security crisis in Niger, which has been battling a jihadi insurgency linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State group since the military takeover.
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US warplanes transit through UK as Trump considers striking Iran | World News
Flight tracking data indicates a significant increase in US military aircraft movement towards the Middle East, with 52 planes observed over the eastern Mediterranean, particularly through Crete, amid considerations of US support for Israel against Iran. The deployment includes troop transport, mid-air refuelling, and reconnaissance planes, suggesting a build-up of military capabilities necessary for potential operations involving Israel's airstrikes on Iranian targets. Need More Context? 🔎
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