Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs
@StateSPEHA
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Account for the Office of Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs (SPEHA) at the @StateDept.
Washington, DC
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The remains of Itay Chen, a young American taken hostage by Hamas at just 19 years old, have finally returned home. We honor his life, mourn his loss, and stand with his family.
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On October 7, 2023, Omer Neutra was murdered by Hamas. After 758 days in captivity, his remains finally returned home. Omer's death is tragic, but his life is a testament to the resolve of the Jewish people. We will never forget his story, nor the ultimate sacrifice he paid for
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We will not forget the lives of the hostages who died in the captivity of Hamas. Today I met with the families of American citizens Itay Chen and Omer Neutra. We will not rest until their — and all — remains are returned.
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Thank you to @CanadaFP and our non-governmental partners for last week’s productive consultation on how to end state hostage-taking and support returnees and their families. Together, we’re keeping our nationals safe from arbitrary and unjust detention!
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Travel advisories keep American citizens safe. That’s why it’s important to check them before traveling overseas. Learn more at https://t.co/yR0YJrGtYg
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Before you travel, review our travel advisories for your destination at https://t.co/yR0YJrH1NO
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Thank you @CNASdc and Richard Fontaine for hosting Special Envoy Adam Boehler for yesterday’s National Security Exchange on Hostages and Wrongful Detentions. Watch the full session below: https://t.co/PI92D3m7sB
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Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order to combat the wrongful detention of U.S. nationals abroad. Economic sanctions, visa restrictions, and foreign assistance restrictions are just the beginning. Rogue actors mustbe held accountable. Americans come first.
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Wrongful detention of Americans abroad ends now. President Trump’s Executive Order delivers tough consequences for rogue actors: sanctions, visa restrictions, and foreign assistance restrictions. The U.S. stands firm against those who target Americans.
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Not only has President Trump brought home an unprecedented number of wrongfully detained Americans, he is taking unprecedented action against actors that hold Americans as bargaining chips in an attempt to gain political concessions from the U.S.
U.S. citizens will not be used as bargaining chips. President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order against foreign adversaries who take Americans as hostages. He has rescued 72 hostages since inauguration. ⬇️
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.@POTUS’s new Executive Order delivers unprecedented action to protect Americans from wrongful detention abroad. Designating State Sponsors of Wrongful Detention sends a clear message: If you attempt to use an American as a bargaining chip, you will face severe consequences.
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🚨 NO VIAJAR 🚨 El Gobierno de los Estados Unidos advierte a cualquier ciudadano de los Estados Unidos o que tenga cualquier tipo de residencia en los Estados Unidos, que no viajen ni permanezcan en Venezuela debido a los graves riesgos de detención ilegal, tortura durante la
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See countries with the "D" risk indicator below. If you travel to any of these countries you have a high risk of being wrongfully detained! Visit https://t.co/qMM5M1JEEY before you travel and do your part to end hostage diplomacy through safe and informed travel.
U.S. citizens: be aware of risks and make informed decisions when traveling. We use a “D” risk indicator in our Travel Advisories to highlight countries we advise against visiting due to the high risk of wrongful and arbitrary detention of U.S. nationals. The following countries
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Thirteen years after he was detained, we remain committed to finding Austin Tice.
The FBI and our partners at home and abroad continue to pursue all avenues to reunite Austin Tice with his family after he was detained in Damascus, Syria, in August 2012. We continue to offer a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to his return.
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Thirteen years ago today Austin Tice was abducted in Syria and remains missing. Help us find him and bring him home. Send us your information. Your tip could make you eligible for a reward and relocation.
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It was a honor to host Iran expert @hdagres and @roxanasaberi, who endured 100 days of unjust imprisonment in Iran. Our discussion focused on how governments, civil society, and journalists can work together to combat state hostage-taking. The threat is real - do not go to Iran!
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