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US missionary released following kidnap in Niger, Christian group says

Kevin Rideout, who was kidnapped outside his home in the capital last October, is now with US officials.

BBC News15 hr ago2 sources

Published by CurrentWire Aug 14, 2026 at 2:38 PM ET · First coverage Aug 14, 2026 at 6:18 AM ET · Latest coverage Aug 14, 2026 at 8:11 AM ET

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US missionary released following kidnap in Niger, Christian group says

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U.S. missionary who was kidnapped in Niger is released(opens original report in a new tab)13 hr ago
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US missionary released following kidnap in Niger, Christian group says(opens original report in a new tab)15 hr ago

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