U.S. missionary kidnapped in Niger is released after 9 months in captivity, his organization says
Summary
An American missionary, Kevin Rideout, who was kidnapped in Niger in October, has been released and is now under U.S. officials' care. He was taken in the capital city Niamey, a region facing attacks from armed groups linked to jihadis.Key Facts
- Kevin Rideout, an American missionary, was kidnapped on October 21 in Niamey, Niger.
- He was held for about nine months before being released recently.
- Rideout is reported to be in good health and will reunite with his family soon.
- No group claimed responsibility for the kidnapping.
- Niger faces frequent attacks from jihadist groups linked to al-Qaida and Islamic State.
- The U.S. Embassy in Niger warned Americans about kidnap risks in the country.
- Niger’s military government took power in 2023, replacing the elected president Mohamed Bazoum.
- The military government expelled Western partners, including the U.S., and formed ties with Russia.
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