American Missionary Robert Vieira Freed After 13 Months in Tunisia

U.S. officials announced the release of Robert Vieira, an American missionary detained in Tunisia for 13 months on espionage suspicions. The release was secured through the efforts of U.S. special envoy Adam Boehler, who worked closely with Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti. Boehler expressed gratitude to the Tunisian government for resolving the case, allowing Vieira to reunite with his family. Vieira was detained while conducting missionary work, and his release marks the end of a lengthy pre-trial detention period. Following his release, Vieira is now returning to the United States with his family. This incident highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure the freedom of detained Americans abroad.