French woman rescued in Pakistan after husband allegedly held her captive for 12 years (opens original article in a new tab)

A French woman and her five children were rescued from captivity in Pakistan after she alleged her husband held her for 12 years and subjected her to domestic abuse. The husband was arrested, and the case highlights ongoing domestic violence issues in the country.

• French woman Sylvie Yasmina rescued from captivity by husband in Pakistan after 12 years
• Husband Ahmad Khan arrested, investigations ongoing
• Local police programme helped son escape and alert authorities
• Domestic violence remains significant issue in Pakistan with many unreported cases
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