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Terry Anderson, Reporter Who Endured Kidnapping for 7 Years, Passes at 76 (www.improvethenews.org)

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Terry Anderson, a former Associated Press (AP) journalist held hostage for around seven years after his kidnapping in Lebanon, passed away on Sunday in New York following heart surgery complications. He was 76. Associated Press (LR: 3 CP: 5)
While working as the AP's chief Middle East correspondent on March 16, 1985, a Shia group snatched him in Beirut, demanding that Shia prisoners — who were incarcerated for bombings of French and American embassies in Kuwait — be freed. Guardian (LR: 2 CP: 5)
The ex-marine-turned-reporter wrote in his memoir, "Den of Lions," that he was moved around while shackled and blindfolded. He described some of his guards as "evil" and "psychopathic.” CNN (LR: 2 CP: 5)
In December 1991, Anderson was freed following an Iran-brokered deal. In 2000, a US court ordered Iran to pay him $324M. Washington Post (LR: 2 CP: 5)
Following his 1991 release, which came after 2,454 days in captivity, Anderson held a career teaching journalism at various colleges, including Columbia University. He retired in 2015. BBC News
After his release, Anderson met his six-year-old daughter, Sulome, for the first time and went on to marry his fiancé, who had been pregnant when he was kidnapped. New York Times (LR: 2 CP: 5)

Narrative A:

Terry Anderson's extensive time as a hostage in Lebanon showcased his resilience and commitment to journalism. He's a hero, for despite his hardships, he found peace in his later years and was involved in various humanitarian causes. Anderson's legacy underscores the risks journalists face. His impact extended beyond the hostage ordeal, emphasizing his broader contributions to society.
WASHINGTON POST (LR: 2 CP: 5)

Narrative B:

Terry Anderson endured years of harsh conditions, separated from his loved ones. Despite glimpses of hope through negotiations, his freedom remained uncertain. The hostage situation was marked by failed negotiations, political machinations, and ongoing suffering. The plight of this American captive became a political pawn in Washington, overshadowing his prolonged anguish — a tragic element to his amazing life story.
NEW YORK TIMES (LR: 2 CP: 5)

Nerd narrative:

There's a 0.1% chance that Lebanon will come under French rule again before 2025, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
METACULUS (LR: 3 CP: 3)

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