Sunday, March 30, 2025

US Just Secured the 2nd Release of an American Citizen From the Taliban This Month

 Recently, two Americans were released from Taliban captivity in Afghanistan. The stories of their gratitude reflect significant changes in U. S. foreign policy under President Trump.

• One week ago, American George Glezmann was freed after two years in Taliban imprisonment, expressing immense gratitude upon his release.

• Zalmay Khalilzad, a former U. S. ambassador, announced the release of another American, Faye Hall, on social media, sharing a photo of her return journey.

• Hall had been detained since February for using a drone without permission and was released through a deal facilitated by Qatari negotiators.

• After her release, Hall shared an emotional thank you video to President Trump, which he shared on his social media account.

• Hall's detention was brief compared to other American hostages during prior administrations, indicating a shift in the U. S. government's handling of hostage situations.

Faye Hall's and George Glezmann’s releases illustrate a new approach to foreign policy under President Trump, as the country moves away from being the subject of international ridicule and towards a more assertive stance on hostage recovery. This story continues to develop, and updates will be provided as needed. 

https://redstate.com/beccalower/2025/03/29/the-us-just-secured-the-2nd-release-of-an-american-citizen-from-the-taliban-this-month-n2187273

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