Detaining foreigners to wring concessions from their home country’s government holds perils for both sides, but especially, perhaps surprisingly, for the hostage takers.
Tag: Rezaian, Jason
Brittney Griner’s Detention in Moscow Is Latest in Hostage Diplomacy
The United States believes the charges against the basketball star are spurious and tied to American support of Ukraine.
U.S. Officials Meet With Brittney Griner in Russia
Some former hostages question whether the family should remain silent, saying pressure campaigns can work.
U.S. Judge Orders Iran to Pay $180 Million to Washington Post Reporter and Family
The judge awarded damages to Jason Rezaian, who was detained and abused for nearly 18 months by Iran.