Rescue of American Pastor in South Africa

American pastor kidnapped in South Africa is rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead. He was found miraculously unharmed and is now safe with his family.

Israeli soldier and elderly man released by Hamas after being held captive

Israeli soldier Agam Berger and 80-year-old Gadi Moses were kidnapped by Hamas and reunited with their families after being held captive for months in Gaza.

Kidnapping and Assault of Georgia Woman

A Georgia woman in her 60s was kidnapped, burned, and cut by an assailant as she was leaving work. She managed to escape and seek help at a nearby fire station.

Kidnapped Nigerian Schoolchildren Released

Nearly 300 kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren have been released after being seized from their school in Kaduna state. Abductions have been a recurring issue in Nigeria, with at least 1,400 students kidnapped since 2014. Ransoms are commonly paid for kidnappings, often arranged by families.