Event Brief
Pastor released from prison in China after Trump request
Filed: Jul 05, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
Summary: A pastor of an underground church detained in China in October was released, rights advocates said.
WHO: Rights advocates
WHAT: A pastor of a prominent underground church was released from prison in China.
WHEN: Jul 04, 2026 at 11:21 PM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: The release followed a request by Trump for the pastor's release.
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