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July 29, 2026
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From athletics dream to war captivity: Family pleads for Evans Kibet's return
Nestled in the serene hills of Kipchiria, Kaptama Location, Mt Elgon Sub-County, a family faces each day filled with uncertainty, holding onto hope for the safe return of their son...
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A Kenyan family is pleading for the safe return of their son, Evans Kibet, a former athlete who was allegedly deceived into joining the Russian military and subsequently captured by Ukrainian forces.
- Evans Kibet, a 37-year-old athlete, left Kenya on July 27, 2025, reportedly for an athletics opportunity in Russia.
- His family, facing daily struggles in Kipchiria Village, Mt Elgon Constituency, learned he was involved in the Russia-Ukraine war over a year ago.
- The family, including his parents Leonard Sullo and Jane Muneria, and brother Isaac Kipyego, has appealed to the Kenyan government, specifically President William Ruto, for intervention.
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