# B1 French News | Freed After Nigeria's Rescue Operation

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Podcast: [Learn French B1+ | Today's News, Slowed for Intermediate Learners](https://stenobird.com/podcast/learn-french-b1-with-news-french-listening-practice-7793132)
Published: 2026-07-12T04:33:47+00:00
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Build stronger French listening with real-world B1 news.In this episode: The US government pays nearly $3 million to victims of Havana Syndrome, a mysterious illness reported by diplomats and intelligence staff. Also: Nigeria's army says it freed 44 pupils and teachers after a rescue operation, but the mission also cost soldiers their lives.Today’s French focus: libérer = to free, to release. Vocabulary: le ravisseur (kidnapper), le soulagement (relief), l'attente (the waiting).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-b1-2026-07-12 Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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