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Hostages killed in strike in Algeria

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Dozens of hostages are dead after Algerian military helicopters attacked a complex in the Sahara desert.

The Masked Brigade claims responsibility for the attack on the gas plant.

Seven people are alive, including three Belgians, two Americans, A briton and a Japanese citizen.

The kidnappers were attacked by Algerian helicopters as they tried to leave the complex. 

Police say four foreign hostages were freed in the event.

The Algerian government would not immediately comment and the Associated Press could not confirm the information independently.