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Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger Carstens will travel to Vatican City from September 14-17.  During his trip, Special Envoy Carstens will engage with Holy See officials and stakeholders on matters related to the prevention and resolution of wrongful detention and hostage cases worldwide.

U.S. Department of State

The Lessons of 1989: Freedom and Our Future