Roger Carstens, former lead hostage negotiator, warns Iran is untrustworthy as the Trump administration considers new round of peace talks in Pakistan.
Iran could use detained Americans as ‘sweetener’ in nuclear talks, ex-hostage envoy warns
Former U.S. hostage negotiator Roger Carstens warns Iran may use detained Americans as leverage in nuclear negotiations, raising concerns about diplomatic hostage-taking tactics during new Trump administration talks in Pakistan. This geopolitical strategy threatens U.S. nationals abroad and could undermine trust in international negotiations. Organizations involved in diplomatic or international travel must reassess security protocols for personnel in high-risk regions.