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hostage taking by rogue states is on the rise new research provides fresh ways to tackle it 280913
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- Hostage-taking by nation-states is increasing, used as a bargaining tool for concessions.
- Countries involved include Iran, Russia, China, North Korea, and Venezuela.
- Research proposes reframing state hostage-taking as torture or a war crime.
- Proposes establishing government roles for coordinated responses.
- Highlights need for better care for former hostages and families.