World May 05 Despite advances under Obama, lack of transparency can hinder hostage families By Larisa Epatko
Politics Jun 24 Obama clears the way for hostages’ families to pay ransom WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama is clearing the way for families of U.S. hostages to pay ransom to terror groups without fear of prosecution, as the White House seeks to address criticism from those whose loved ones have been killed… By Julie Pace, Associated Press
Politics Jun 23 White House to release hostage policy review Wednesday WASHINGTON -- The White House on Wednesday will release its months-long review of U.S. policy for dealing with the families of American hostages. By Julie Pace, Associated Press
World Aug 21 Watch More details emerge on failed mission to rescue James Foley Judy Woodruff talks to The Washington Post’s Karen DeYoung about the U.S.’ attempt to rescue American journalist James Foley before his murder, and the country’s policy not to pay ransoms to terrorists. By PBS News Hour
World Jul 30 Watch Spoils of kidnapping are financing al-Qaida, reveals New York Times By PBS News Hour