The victim, Eva Gretzmacher, has lived in Agadez for 28 years and is known for her strong commitment to social causes, especially education and women's empowerment.
Niger has been struggling with security threats from armed groups associated with al-Qaeda and ISIS, particularly intensified after the military coup in July 2023.
Austria's Federal Ministry is coordinating with Nigerien authorities following the kidnapping and is liaising with its embassy in Algeria for support efforts.
Unknown assailants forcefully abducted Gretzmacher from her home in Agadez, raising concerns about the safety of foreigners in Niger amid rising violence.
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