August 14, 2026

Kevin Rideout Released After Nine Months in Niger, Details of Kidnapping Confirmed

Kevin Rideout was kidnapped on October 21, 2025, in Niamey, Niger, by three armed individuals and was held captive for nine months before being released to U.S. officials.
He is reported to be in good health and is currently in FBI custody, with concerns that he may have been transferred between militant groups during his captivity.
The U.S. Embassy had warned American citizens of a heightened risk of kidnapping in Niger following Rideout's abduction, as the region has seen increased militant activity.

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