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Survivor Matan Angrest testified about the torture he endured while held captive by Hamas in Gaza, highlighting the extreme measures used against him.

Two individuals were arrested in Brazil for allegedly holding a driver hostage and stealing a cargo valued at R$ 102,000.

Cássio Henrique da Silva Zampieri remains hospitalized after being shot by police following the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, Cibelle Monteiro Alves, during a hostage situation in a shopping mall.

In Madhepura district, Bihar, armed robbers broke into a house and held an elderly couple hostage, stealing 1.5 million rupees.

A man fired shots inside a jewelry store in a São Bernardo do Campo mall, leading to panic among customers and employees, and taking a female employee hostage.

Five armed thieves robbed a supermarket in Moema, São Paulo, taking eight employees hostage but ultimately leaving without any cash.

Clashes erupted in Sweida, southern Syria, as an armed group attempted to free a hostage held by a local militia, amid reports of American mediation for a hostage exchange.

A man was arrested for robbing a pharmacy in Mirassol, SP, after pretending to be a customer and holding employees at gunpoint with a fake revolver.

A couple was arrested after robbing a residence in Limeira, Brazil, and taking the homeowner hostage during the incident.

The article discusses the credibility crisis facing the UN due to its association with Italian rapporteur Albanese, who is under pressure to resign following controversial public appearances.

In Guararema, a family was held hostage during a robbery and forced to transfer R$ 140,000 under threats, leading to the arrest of four suspects.

Lithuania's Kęstutis Budrys criticizes Hungary's plans to block EU sanctions against Russia, asserting that the EU cannot be held hostage by a single state’s demands.

A horrific case emerged from Gurugram, where a 19-year-old student was brutally tortured by her live-in partner, who set her private parts on fire after taking her hostage for three days.

A family in Bergamo experienced a terrifying robbery when three armed assailants took them hostage in their home.

Three armed men broke into a 64-year-old man's home in Janaúba, Brazil, assaulting him and stealing various items despite the man's attempts to call for help.

A family in Bergamo was taken hostage by three armed and hooded men during a robbery at their home.

A truck driver was taken hostage and robbed of 45,000 liters of gasoline in Paulínia, Brazil, and later abandoned in a cane field in Limeira.

A couple was caught on security cameras stealing weight loss pens from a pharmacy in Franca, SP, after holding the employees at gunpoint with a stun gun.

M. Sinkevičius addresses the situation surrounding G. Paluckas' recent interrogation, asserting that he will not hold the party hostage before any formal accusations are made.

A family was held hostage during a robbery at a farm in rural Teresina, Brazil, where criminals stole significant cash and vehicles.

Armed assailants invaded a home in Boa Vista, Brazil, holding two sisters at gunpoint and stealing their belongings including an iPhone and a wedding ring.

A 67-year-old retiree in Boa Vista, Brazil, was taken hostage by armed men and forced to drive around various neighborhoods before being released unharmed.

The documentary "A Letter to David" is set to screen at the Berlinale, featuring the story of David Cunio, a Hamas hostage, emphasizing themes of healing and reunification with his family.

A hostage situation in Bergen ended with a man's arrest and the destruction of the house he barricaded himself in, which caught fire during a police operation.

A new film directed by Gus Van Sant portrays the true story of Anthony Kiritsis, who took a hostage in a bizarre act of desperation in 1977.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that 2,000 children have returned to Ukraine since the start of the war, while thousands still remain in Russian captivity.

A Colombian man was arrested after holding his baby son hostage in Pacatuba, Brazil, and was safely apprehended by police.

A family in Dores do Indaiá, Brazil, was taken hostage during a robbery at their farm, resulting in the kidnapping of one member, who was later rescued by police.

Eight people were robbed at a parking lot in downtown Campinas, Brazil, by armed criminals who threatened the victims and stole various high-value items.

The Baloch Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for taking several Pakistani soldiers hostage in Balochistan during Operation Heroof 2.0.

The sudden dismissal of Marx Arriaga marks a pivotal moment in Mexico's educational politics and suggests a shift in the content provided to millions of children and adolescents.

Israeli former hostage Arbel Yehoud details her harrowing experience of repeated sexual violence during her 482 days in captivity in Gaza.

China's semiconductor industry faces significant challenges as it relies heavily on foreign technology and will take additional time to catch up with global leaders.

A dispute erupted between the administrative team and doctors during an inspection at a nursing home in Araria, Bihar, leading to physical altercations and temporary hostage conditions for officials.

Arbel Yehud, a survivor of captivity, shared in an interview how she attempted to end her life multiple times while held hostage by a terrorist organization in Gaza, but was inspired to keep fighting after seeing protests for her release.

Nigerian troops successfully rescued 11 hostages from kidnappers and repelled an attack by ISWAP militants in Borno State.

An experienced gang that rented cars to travel from São Paulo city to Monte Alegre do Sul committed a robbery at a prosecutor's house while holding the family hostage for five hours.

The Civil Police has arrested three suspects involved in the robbery of a prosecutor's family in Monte Alegre do Sul, raising the total number of arrests to six as the investigation continues.

A teenager took hostages at a high school in southern Thailand, resulting in the death of the school's principal after he was shot during the incident.

A teenager held four other girls hostage at a socio-educational facility in Brazil, but they were released unharmed after police intervention.

An Israeli hostage recounts experiencing severe abuse while held captive by Hamas in Gaza's tunnels during a temporary ceasefire.

The wife and daughter of a prosecutor in São Paulo were robbed and held hostage in Valinhos, but were rescued unharmed following a police intervention.

A man armed with a gun took hostages at a school in Thailand but was arrested by police and all hostages were reported safe.

An 18-year-old gunman has been arrested after opening fire at a school in Hat Yai, Thailand, injuring at least three people and taking hostages before they were released.

A family was rescued from captivity in Cuiabá after one member contacted colleagues via WhatsApp, leading to the arrest of six suspects.

An armed man took teachers and students hostage at a school in southern Thailand, injuring at least three people before being apprehended by police.

An 18-year-old gunman opened fire at a school in Hat Yai, Thailand, injuring at least two people and taking a female staff member hostage.

Gunmen have taken teachers and pupils hostage at a school in Hat Yai, Thailand, amidst chaotic scenes as police respond to the incident.

An armed individual has taken an unknown number of students and teachers hostage at a school in southern Thailand, prompting a police response.

An armed man who took an unknown number of students and teachers hostage at a school in southern Thailand has been arrested, with the hostages reported to be freed.