Pakistan’s military said on August 31 that four people -- including an army officer -- who had been abducted by insurgents three days earlier had been freed and were “safe at home.” In a brief statement, officials did not release full details but said their “safe and unconditional” release was “secured due to a role played by tribal elders and local notables.” Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Ameer was abducted on August 28 while in a mosque after attending his father's funeral, according to local police. Three members of his family were also seized in an action claimed by Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan militants. To read the original story by RFE/RL’s Radio Mashaal, click here.
Pakistan Military Says Army Officer, 3 Others Freed After Being Abducted By Insurgents
A video grab shows Pakistani Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Ameer, who was abducted by insurgents on August 28. The officer and three family members were later freed, the military said.