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French PhD student held in Tunisia since October 19, supervisor says

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French PhD student held in Tunisia since October 19, supervisor says

French PhD student Victor Dupont has been detained in Tunisia on charges of violating state security for at least 12 days. His academic supervisor said he had been conducting interviews about the career paths of people who protested in the 2011 uprising and that it was sociological, not political, in nature. … Read more

The Premier League star claims he is being held hostage in Libya as the Nigerian team is stranded at the airport without “eating or drinking” amid a row over “poor treatment” during the second leg.

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The Premier League star claims he is being held hostage in Libya as the Nigerian team is stranded at the airport without “eating or drinking” amid a row over “poor treatment” during the second leg.

By Will Pickworth Published: 05:03EDT, October 14, 2024 | Updated: 05:08EDT, October 14, 2024 Nigeria's clash with Libya has descended into chaos after its players were left stranded at an airport in the country without food or drink just over 24 hours before the match. The two teams met in Nigeria in an Africa Cup … Read more