A high-level meeting in Big Sky, Montana, has resulted in a joint statement from representatives of the United States of America, Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Israel, and the United Kingdom. The seven nations reaffirmed their commitment to ending hostage-taking and unjust detention, condemning these practices as "a flagrant affront to human rights."
Perpetrators of such acts "shatter lives and communities, undermine peace, and threaten global security and trade," according to the statement. The leaders pledged cooperation in confronting these challenges to support human dignity, protect the rule of law, and promote international collaboration and peace.
The United States, along with its coalition partners, vowed to spare no effort in accordance with international law to bring home hostages and individuals unjustly or arbitrarily detained. This commitment is aimed at deterring future acts of hostage-taking and ensuring the safe return of those still being held.
The joint statement also asserts a united demand for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The move reflects the global community's determination to uphold human rights standards and promote peace, while emphasizing the need for collective action against these serious human rights abuses.
In Big Sky, Montana, the meeting marked an important step in the fight against hostage-taking and unjust detention.