Afghanistan releases American national Dennis Coyle held for more than a year - AP News

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March 24, 2026
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Afghanistan has released American national Dennis Coyle after holding him for more than a year.

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Afghanistan has released American national Dennis Coyle after holding him for more than a year, according to AP News. The circumstances surrounding his detention and the reasons for his release are not detailed in the available information. The release marks a development in the case of an American citizen held by Afghan authorities, though specifics about his condition or immediate whereabouts are unclear. Such detentions of U.S. citizens abroad can carry diplomatic implications and often draw attention from the State Department. The timing and details of Coyle's release may become clearer as additional reporting emerges.

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