Trump's tariffs might up pressure on Iraq to release Elizabeth Tsurkov - analysis
Elizabeth Tsurkov has been held in Iraq for over 860 days after being kidnapped by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militia. US tariffs aim to secure her freedom.
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he arrives at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 13, 2025.(photo credit: REUTERS/Annabelle Gordon)BySETH J. FRANTZMANUpdated: