Former Taliban hostage faces sexual assault, confinement charges in Ottawa

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A Canadian man who was released last year after being held hostage with his family in Afghanistan is now facing sexual assault and confinement charges.

Joshua Boyle, who was held captive by the Taliban along with his American wife and children, faces 15 criminal charges in Ottawa.

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