Iran’s Hostage Diplomacy
“A business model,” and a successful one.
August 14, 2025
How an exporter of terror became an indispensable mediator.
Oftentimes it has been Qatar which has served as the go-between in securing the release of American and European hostages held by Iran, much like Qatar has been allowed that role in negotiations to free the hostages held in Gaza. Yesterday, in fact, Israeli news media reported that Jerusalem may be sending its envoys to Doha for renewed talks this week.
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Subscribe NowOftentimes it has been Qatar which has served as the go-between in securing the release of American and European hostages held by Iran, much like Qatar has been allowed that role in negotiations to free the hostages held in Gaza. Yesterday, in fact, Israeli news media reported that Jerusalem may be sending its envoys to Doha for renewed talks this week.