Claudio Colangelo

Maoists free two Italians in Odisha, say local media

The report of the release is however unverified and based on local media reports.

Odisha crisis: No headway as negotiators pull out

The dramatic developments pushed the fate of all three hostages into uncertainty. The government did not say whether it will resume the talks or whether it will use force against the rebels.

Maoists may release one of the abducted Italians today

Sources said one of the Italians is reportedly ill due to which he may be released later today. However, the Maoists may not release Paolo Bosusco, the Italian operating tours in Odisha forests.