Gunmen claim they hold missing US student, later released

The video transcript is an announcement by a group called Ansar al-Sunnah, claiming responsibility for the kidnapping of an American citizen, Michael Phillips. The group states their actions are in response to what they perceive as a crusade against Islam globally and in occupied Palestine. They emphasize their commitment to jihad and fighting enemies of Islam. The group presents demands, including the release of Palestinian female prisoners and minors, and urges the U.S. government to pressure Israel to stop bombing homes.

Who did the group 'Anṣār al-Sunnah' claim to have kidnapped?

• A Canadian citizen

• A British citizen

• An American citizen

• A French citizen

What is the primary reason given by the group for their actions?

• To gain international recognition

• To protest against economic sanctions

• To counter the global crusade against Islam

• To demand political reforms

What does the group emphasize in their commitment?

• Promoting peace talks

• Continuing jihad in the name of God

• Establishing a new government

• Building educational institutions

What is one of the demands made by the group?

• Immediate withdrawal of foreign troops

• Release of Palestinian female prisoners and minors

• Release of all political prisoners

• Increase in humanitarian aid

What action does the group want the US government to take?

• Negotiate a peace treaty

• Pressure Israel to stop bombing homes

• Provide financial aid

• Support their political agenda