Ebola Returns To Liberia, But It's Not Clear How The 10-Year-Old Got It
A young boy has been confirmed as an Ebola case. The World Health Organization is trying to figure out the chain of transmission.
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Special Forces Clash With Hostage-Takers In Mali Hotel
In Mali's capital, Bamako, gunmen have taken more than 100 hostages at a Radisson hotel. NPR's Phil Ewing and Ofeibea Quist-Arcton explain what is known about the attacks and the crisis in progress.
The Latest On The Hostage Crisis In Mali
NPR's Steven Inskeep speaks with reporter Ofeibea Quist-Arcton to learn more about the hostage crisis at a hotel in Bamako, Mali, and the ensuing siege by special forces.
Security Forces In Mali Surround Hotel Taken By Gunmen
For background on the situation in Mali, Steve Inskeep talks to Corinne Dufka, West Africa Director for Human Rights Watch. NPR National Security Editor Phil Ewing says 6 Americans were at the hotel.
PHOTOS: Gunmen Attack A Hotel In Mali
Gunmen took more than 170 hostages at the Radisson Blu hotel in Bamako, Mali's capital, on Friday. Here are photos of the drama as it unfolded.
6 Americans Caught Up In Mali Hotel Siege
Security forces are regaining control of the hotel. Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne talk to NPR's Ofeibea Quist-Arcton, NPR National Security Editor Phil Ewing and France's ambassador to the U.S.
Hostages Taken In Mali's Capital After Gunmen Storm Radisson
The situation is still unfolding in Bamako, the capital of the West African nation of Mali. Gunmen are said to have taken more than 100 people hostage at the Radisson Blu Hotel.
Gunmen Shouting Islamist Slogans Storm Mali Hotel
Islamic extremists armed with guns and throwing grenades stormed the Radisson Blu Hotel, killing at least 3 people. Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Ofeibea Quist-Arcton and security expert Paul Melly.
Mali Hotel Attack Strikes Home For France
France has historic ties with Mali, where gunmen took hostages at a luxury hotel in the capital Bamako. Renee Montagne talks to Gerard Araud, France's ambassador to the United States.
At Least 3 Dead In Hotel Attack In Bamako
The events at the Radisson Blu Hotel are unfolding. More than 100 people had been taken hostage by armed attackers. Dozens have either been freed or escaped.