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Americans Repatriated from Congo After Alleged Coup Involvement

Americans Repatriated from Congo After Alleged Coup Involvement

Four Americans have been repatriated from the Democratic Republic of Congo following their alleged involvement in a coup attempt. The incident, which took place in May, led to the arrest of several individuals, including U.S. citizens. One of the Americans, identified as Benjamin Zalman-Polun, was arrested in Utah and charged with conspiring to overthrow the Congolese government.

The U.S. State Department confirmed the repatriation of the Americans, stating that they were transferred back to the United States. The Congolese authorities have been working closely with U.S. officials to address the situation. The coup attempt has raised concerns about the stability of the region and the involvement of foreign nationals in such activities.

The repatriated Americans are now facing legal proceedings in the U.S. The case has drawn attention to the complexities of international law and the challenges of dealing with citizens involved in foreign political upheavals. The U.S. government continues to monitor the situation and work with Congolese authorities to ensure justice is served.

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