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US missionary released following kidnap in Niger, Christian group says

Low Severity Americas United States
Date Occurred Aug 14, 2026 10:18 UTC
Event Type General News
Source BBC World
Recorded Aug 14, 2026
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Kevin Rideout, who was kidnapped outside his home in the capital last October, is now with US officials.

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  • ID #23669
  • Type General News
  • Region Americas
  • Severity Low
  • Indexed Aug 14, 2026
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