They were American tourists hoping for a good time, they said. Then they became captives of an autocratic government.

Private consultant Jonathan Franks said that additional Americans he represents are expected to be released by Kuwait later.

The Americans, many of whom are veterans and former military contractors, were convicted on drug charges, a representative ...

We have no idea whether these people were in the country legally or illegally, whether they were in a gang or not,” Bier ...

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Kuwait has released a group of American prisoners, including veterans and military contractors jailed for years on drug-related charges WASHINGTON -- Kuwait has released a group of American ...

For years, however, the prisoners have "vigorously" maintained their innocence, Franks said. Several more prisoners are expected to be freed in the coming weeks as part of the agreement ...

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In February, three prisoners, including an unnamed American and a journalist dubbed a political prisoner, were released from Belarus. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.