Story highlights American and Australian lecturers were both kidnapped Sunday, embassies confirmed

The school said it expects to resume operations Wednesday

Kabul, Afghanistan (CNN) The American University of Afghanistan has temporarily suspended campus operations after two of its teachers were kidnapped at gunpoint Sunday, according to a statement released by the school.

"We are devastated by the news and will remain vigilant to ensure the safety and security of all university personnel and students," said Mark English, the president of the university.

"Everything possible is being done to ensure their immediate and safe return," the statement said.

The lecturers who were kidnapped are American and Australian, the US and Australian embassies confirmed.

It's expected that the campus will resume operations on Wednesday, the statement said.

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