When Khomeini's fighters stormed the American embassy... now America has settled the score
The article discusses the historical event of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis and how the recent U.S. actions towards Iran are framed as a form of revenge for that incident.
Iran and the United States: Nearly half a century of conflicting relations from the embassy takeover in Tehran to Trump’s attack
Iran and the United States have maintained tense relations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the hostage crisis at the U.S. embassy in Tehran.
UN Hostage of Albanese. Condemned to Discredit
The article discusses the credibility crisis facing the UN due to its association with Italian rapporteur Albanese, who is under pressure to resign following controversial public appearances.
My cinema tells the stories of the outsiders of the world
A new film directed by Gus Van Sant portrays the true story of Anthony Kiritsis, who took a hostage in a bizarre act of desperation in 1977.
Armed attack on school in southern Thailand. Students and teachers taken hostage.
An armed individual has taken an unknown number of students and teachers hostage at a school in southern Thailand, prompting a police response.
Hostage taker arrested in Thailand. Students and teachers were hostages.
An armed man who took an unknown number of students and teachers hostage at a school in southern Thailand has been arrested, with the hostages reported to be freed.
Error on Valentine’s Cake Makes the Internet Laugh: 'This is a hostage crisis'
A Valentine's cake with a humorous misprint has gone viral after a boyfriend ordered it with a message that made it sound like a threat rather than a romantic proposal.
End-of-Year Debate in the Editorial Office / Fico Has Become a Hostage to the Radicalization of His Voters, but He Is Happy About Matovič
In a discussion reflecting on the political year 2025, Květa Majchrák and commentator Lukáš Krivošík analyze the coalition crisis, the reshuffling of ministers, and the influence of Donald Trump's presidency on global politics.