Quick Read Official: Congo militants release boat on lake with 100 aboard after ransom paid
(AP) -- An official in eastern Congo says militants have released a boat and about 100 hostages aboard.
Victor Chomachoma said Tuesday that the vessel was freed after a ransom was paid to the militants.
It was not immediately known how much money was paid, though other officials said the militants only took equipment from the boat.
Armed fighters seized the vessel carrying military...
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