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US family held hostage by Haqqani network for past 5 years now free in Pakistan US family held hostage by Haqqani network for past 5 years now free in Pakistan
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An American woman and her family held by a Pakistan-based militant group, has been freed after five years.An American woman and her family held by a Pakistan-based militant group, has been freed after five years.
The release of Caitlan Coleman and her family reportedly took place after US officials provided recently acquired intelligence on the family’s location to Pakistan's government in recent days.
Ms Coleman, 32, was seven months pregnant when she and her Canadian husband Josh Boyle were abducted. A photograph of them broadcast by Pakistani media shows the couple with two smiling children.
“The success underscores the importance of timely intelligence sharing and Pakistan's continued commitment towards fighting this menace through cooperation between two forces against a common enemy,” said a statement from the Pakistani morning.
Donald Trump appeared to hint of impending news of the family’s release during a speech at Ms Coleman’s home state of Pennsylvania.
“Something happened today, where a country that totally disrespected us called with some very, very important news,” Mr Trump said. 
“And one of my generals came in. They said, ‘You know, I have to tell you, a year ago they would’ve never done that.’ It was a great sign of respect. 
“You'll probably be hearing about it over the next few days. But this is a country that did not respect us. This is a country that respects us now. The world is starting to respect us again, believe me.”
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