VOICED : Secuestran a monja colombiana en Mali y detienen a sospechosos

Gloria Narváez, a Colombian nun, was kidnapped in southern Mali by armed men, possibly jihadists. While the Islamic population is generally respectful, extremist groups pose a threat to Christians. Mali authorities have detained two suspects, but the incident remains unclaimed. The Franciscan Sisters of Mary Immaculate are deeply concerned for her safety. Southern Mali, near the borders with Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso, has seen jihadist attacks.

Who is Gloria Narváez?

• A member of the Malian military

• A journalist reporting on Mali

• A Malian government official

• A Colombian nun kidnapped in Mali

What is the general attitude of the Islamic population towards religious figures in Mali?

• Supportive of extremist groups

• Respectful and ecumenical

• Hostile and aggressive

• Indifferent

What action did the Malian authorities take following the kidnapping?

• They closed the borders

• They launched a military operation

• They detained two suspects

• They issued a public statement

Which religious congregation is concerned about Gloria Narváez's fate?

• The Sisters of Charity

• The Franciscan Sisters of Mary Immaculate

• The Dominican Sisters

• The Carmelite Sisters

Where have jihadist attacks been occurring in southern Mali?

• Near the borders with Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso

• In the capital city

• In the central highlands

• In the northern desert regions