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Domestic violence is a significant factor in over 40% of annual kidnappings in New South Wales, Australia, with recent high-profile cases highlighting the issue.

The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, a suspected mastermind behind multiple kidnappings in Kogi, Kwara, Niger, and Zamfara states.

The Department of State Services in Nigeria has arrested Shafiu Usman, the alleged mastermind behind a December 2025 church attack and subsequent kidnappings across several states.

A major drug dealer affiliated with the 'Tren de Aragua' gang has been arrested in Colombia for coordinating significant cocaine shipments and organizing kidnappings.

This article discusses allegations of large-scale kidnappings of children in Ukraine, highlighting the struggle of families to reclaim their stolen children.

Italy is on high alert following two attempted child kidnappings in supermarkets in different cities within 48 hours, raising concerns for child safety.

The U.S. Embassy has issued a renewed travel warning for Americans due to an increase in kidnappings in Haiti, particularly by individuals posing as police officers.

The Military Police in Brazil have arrested a man suspected of involvement in serious criminal activities, including kidnappings and drug trafficking, in Alagoas.

Catholic representatives in Nigeria have condemned the ongoing violence and insecurity, urging the government to take immediate action to address the crisis.

The pan-Yoruba group Afenifere has condemned recent terror attacks and kidnappings in Nigeria's Kwara and surrounding states, expressing fears about banditry in Yorubaland.

The kidnapping of an indigenous senator highlights security concerns in Colombia during a critical election period.

Gang violence in the cryptocurrency sphere has led to numerous kidnappings and brutal acts, including torture and high ransoms, with industry figures now calling for help.

In Sinaloa, Mexico, there have been three mass kidnappings in the last two weeks, with a total of 24 victims amid ongoing cartel violence.

Civil Police in Sertãozinho, Brazil, have arrested five individuals connected to extortion through kidnapping; the suspects are tied to at least two reported crimes involving digital currency.

Communities in Plateau State, Nigeria, are relieved by the deployment of troops to address rising insecurity due to banditry and kidnappings.

The Nigerian Police have deployed an armed tactical squad to combat recent attacks and kidnappings in Niger State.

Residents in Kaduna, Nigeria, protested against recurring kidnappings after seven people were abducted by suspected bandits.

Residents in Kaduna, Nigeria protested against recurring kidnappings after seven individuals were abducted by bandits in a recent attack.

The Southern Governors’ Forum denounces the terrorist attacks in Kwara State, resulting in at least 162 deaths and multiple kidnappings.

Eighty-nine Christians kidnapped during an attack on three churches in northern Nigeria have been released amid a surge in mass kidnappings in the country.

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) is implicated in the rise of Diego Rivera Navarro as mayor of Tequila, having financed his campaign and orchestrated kidnappings of opposition candidates.

A federal judge has linked Ramón Mora Rojas, known as 'El Moncho', to a legal process for being an alleged generator of violence in Querétaro and linked to various crimes including kidnappings and assaults on cargo transport drivers.

Nigerian police have rescued over 300 hostages and killed dozens of suspected militants during security operations in response to rising kidnappings and armed attacks.

This podcast discusses the misleading narratives that justify invasions, bombings, kidnappings, and wars surrounding a narcoterrorist organization tied to political agendas.

The article discusses the recent surge of discussions surrounding the leftist political context following a terrorist attack in Berlin and the kidnapping of a leftist dictator by the USA, exploring the implications for political narratives.

Experts warn that the ongoing kidnappings of Christians in north-central Nigeria by Muslim Fulani militants are a strategic tactic aimed at undermining and devastating Christian communities.

The U.S. Justice Department has unveiled a new indictment against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, detailing serious charges including drug trafficking, kidnappings, and murders spanning over 25 years.

A violent attack by armed assailants at a market in central Nigeria resulted in over 30 fatalities and multiple kidnappings, with efforts underway to rescue the abducted individuals.

An expert discusses how Trump may frame Maduro's kidnappings as a political win while noting the unpredictability of the situation in Venezuela.

The article discusses various criminal investigations and trials in Italy concerning significant cases like the murder in Garlasco, kidnappings, femicides, and other high-profile incidents throughout 2025.