You might have seen headlines about an American recently released from Afghanistan, and it's a story that goes beyond just one individual. We'll unpack why these detentions happen and what they reveal about the complex relationship between the US and the Taliban.
Dennis Coyle, an American engineer, was recently released by the Taliban after being held captive in Afghanistan for over two years.
Coyle, 63, was detained in October 2022 while working in Afghanistan.