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Mother of IS victim criticises Obama hostage policy

The mother of a journalist executed by the so-called Islamic State group has sharply criticised the hostage policy of former US president Barack Obama in a new book.
World • 19 Jan 24

Parents of executed US journalist condemn Le Pen

The parents of US reporter James Foley, who was beheaded by IS militants, have expressed outrage after French far-right leader Marine Le Pen tweeted a "shamefully uncensored" image of his decapitated body.
News • 16 Dec 15

Family of murdered US journalist speaks of loss

The family of murdered US journalist Steven Sotloff has paid a moving tribute to their son, remembering a gentle soul who was fiercely committed to giving "a voice to those who had none."
News • 04 Sep 14

American journalist released in Syria

American journalist Theo Curtis has been released after being kidnapped in Syria two years ago, US Secretary of State John Kerry said on Sunday.
News • 24 Aug 14

UN says over 60,000 killed in Syria

The United Nations has said that more than 60,000 people have died in Syria's uprising and civil war.
News • 03 Jan 13

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