BREAKING: US Military Rescues American Held Hostage In Nigeria

The United States Government says its military has rescued an American citizen taken hostage in Nigeria.

US Department of State Secretary, Mike Pompeo, disclosed this in a press release on Saturday, seen by THE WHISTLER.

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According to Pompeo, the citizen (not named) was captured by armed men.

He also noted that it was also possible through diplomatic relations with the host country.

The full statement reads:

“The United States is committed to the safe return of all U.S. citizens taken captive.

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“We delivered on that commitment late last night in Nigeria, where some of our bravest and most skilled warriors rescued a U.S. citizen after a group of armed men took him hostage across the border in Niger.

“Thanks to the extraordinary courage and capabilities of our military, the support of our intelligence professionals, and our diplomatic efforts, the hostage will be reunited with his family.

“We will never abandon any American taken hostage.”

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