Philippines army finds body of German hostage Jurgen Kantner beheaded by Abu Sayyaf

Philippines army finds body of German hostage Jurgen Kantner beheaded by Abu Sayyaf

The body of Jurgen Kantner has been recovered by Philippine soldiers. German national Kantner was beheaded by Isis-affiliated Abu Sayyaf militants last week. The 70-year-old was captured during a sailing tour with his partner, who was killed immediately. The terrorists had demanded a $600,000 ransom to save Kantner. Philippine soldiers are currently battling Abu Sayyaf to free other hostages. Mar 5, 2017
East Mosul residents under suspected chemical attack, says Red Cross

East Mosul residents under suspected chemical attack, says Red Cross

Several eastern Mosul residents were treated in hospital due to exposure to chemical agents. It is suspected that Isis is using deadly poisons in the battle in Mosul. After losing control of eastern Mosul, the terrorists continue to attack civilians in the area. The 12 victims showed symptoms consistent with exposure to toxic agents. The UN says four of the patients were exposed to a blister agent. Mar 4, 2017