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14 Naga and 14 Kuki Hostages Freed in Manipur Breakthrough Amid Renewed Ethnic Tensions
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Published on 15 May 2026
Two Nagaland civilians were among those handed over
Early this morning, Manipur saw a rare de-escalation as 14 Naga civilians abducted by Kuki groups were released, alongside 14 Kuki civilians held by Naga volunteers. Sources say 20 Naga civilians were initially taken from Kangpokpi’s Khonsakhul, with two freed individuals from Nagaland handed to Senapati Police, while six others remain captive. The reciprocal exchange followed backchannel talks involving community leaders and security forces, as authorities urged calm amid continuing clashes.
- 14 Naga civilians were released after negotiations in Manipur
- 14 Kuki civilians were also freed from Naga volunteers’ custody
- 20 Naga civilians were initially abducted from Khonsakhul in Kangpokpi
- Two freed were from Nagaland and handed to Senapati Police
- Six Naga civilians are still believed to be in captivity
- 14 Kuki civilians were handed to Kangpokpi Police after release
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