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Book Synopsis: A gripping exploration of the ethical, legal, and strategic considerations of a bedeviling question: Should governments pay ransom to terrorists? Starting in late 2012, Westerners working in Syria—journalists and aid workers—began disappearing without a trace. A year later the world learned they had been taken hostage by the Islamic State. Throughout 2014, all the Europeans came home, first the Spanish, then the French, then an Italian, a German, and a Dane. In August 2014, the Islamic State began executing the Americans—including journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff, followed by the British hostages.
Joel Simon, who in nearly two decades at the Committee to Protect Journalists has worked on dozens of hostages cases, delves into the heated hostage policy debate. The Europeans paid millions of dollars to a terrorist group to free their hostages. The US and the UK refused to do so, arguing that any ransom would be used to fuel terrorism and would make the crime more attractive, increasing the risk to their citizens. We Want to Negotiate is an exploration of the ethical, legal, and strategic considerations of a bedeviling question: Should governments pay ransom to terrorists?
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Looking for a gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than "We Want to Negotiate: The Secret World of Kidnapping, Hostages and Ransom." This book takes you into the heart of a harrowing situation, where Westerners working in Syria find themselves disappearing without a trace. Follow the captivating story of journalists and aid workers taken hostage by the Islamic State, and discover the ethical, legal, and strategic considerations surrounding the question of whether governments should pay ransom to terrorists.
In "We Want to Negotiate," acclaimed author Joel Simon takes you inside the heated and controversial hostage policy debate. While the Europeans paid millions of dollars to a terrorist group to secure the release of their hostages, the US and the UK stood firm, refusing to negotiate. Why? Their argument is that paying ransom only fuels terrorism and puts their citizens at greater risk. This thought-provoking exploration will challenge your beliefs and make you question the complexities of the issue at hand.
If you crave a book that not only entertains, but also provides valuable insights into the world we live in, "We Want to Negotiate" is a must-read. Examine the different perspectives, weigh the pros and cons, and form your own opinion on whether governments should pay ransom to terrorists. Prepare to be engrossed from start to finish as you navigate through the complexities of this difficult dilemma.
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