Marine veteran sues Justice Department for denying victim’s fundsThe Iraq War veteran was originally awarded $20 million after years as an Iranian hostage, but the decision was reversed amid FBI allegations.By Todd South4 months ago
Recovery of American hostages to be led by Israelis, US to adviseHostage negotiations are not out of the question, according to a White House spokesperson.By Meghann Myers7 months ago
Marine vet, not seen alive in a year, declared dead in UkraineRetired Capt. Grady Kurpasi, 50, was reportedly last seen April 26, 2022, in southern Ukraine.By Irene Loewenson13 months ago
Former Navy SEAL, listed as a deserter, dies fighting in UkraineDaniel W. Swift was reportedly involved in an operation in Bakhmut, a city in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas region, when he was killed.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press16 months ago
Taliban releases 2 Americans held in AfghanistanState Department spokesman Ned Price called the release an apparent goodwill gesture on the part of the Taliban.17 months ago
Family of Marine veteran Paul Whelan backs Griner prisoner swapPresident Joe Biden said Thursday that the U.S. will keep negotiating for Marine veteran Paul Whelan’s release.17 months ago
Marine vet in Russian prison contacts family, brother saysThe family of Marine veteran Paul Whelan said Friday that he has resumed contact after unexpectedly becoming unreachable in November.17 months ago
Marine vet’s prisoner swap still possible, Russian diplomat saysThe Biden administration has been trying for months to negotiate the release of Marine veteran Paul Whelan and WNBA star Brittney Griner.17 months ago
US Army veteran killed fighting on Ukraine’s southern front“He said Russians are pretty much bullies, and he just wanted to help people," the veteran's mother said.By Katie Livingstone18 months ago
New Orleans nun kidnapped in Africa released with US military helpThe U.S. military played a role in the release this week of an American nun taken hostage in April.By Zamone Perez20 months ago
Syria denies it is holding missing Marine veteran Austin TicePresident Joseph Biden’s remarks were the clearest indication so far that the U.S. is certain Tice is being held by Syria.21 months ago
Marine vet’s prisoner swap needs to be quiet, Russia saysWashington offered Russia a deal that would bring home Marine veteran Paul Whelan and WNBA player Brittney Griner.21 months ago