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1
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demanding ransom
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United States
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Demanding ransom is illegal and punishable by law.
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2
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2
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holding hostages
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United States
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Considered a serious crime and a terrorist act, punishable by law
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1
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3
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hostage taking
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United States
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Considered a serious crime and act of terrorism, with law enforcement and military trained to handle such situations.
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1
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4
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hostage taking
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United States
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Considered a serious criminal act and condemned by society, often involving law enforcement intervention and negotiation.
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1
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5
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kidnapping
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United States
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Kidnapping is a serious criminal offense often associated with ransom demands and extensive police involvement.
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1
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6
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kidnapping
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United States
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Kidnapping is a serious criminal offense and is a major focus of law enforcement and media attention.
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1
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7
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kidnapping
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United States
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Kidnapping is a serious crime, and the motive is often ransom or personal vendetta.
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1
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8
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kidnapping
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United States
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Kidnapping is a serious criminal offense and is universally condemned as a heinous act.
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1
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9
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ransom
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US
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Ransom payments for kidnappings are generally discouraged and illegal, and are typically handled by law enforcement agencies.
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1
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10
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ransom
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United States
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Ransom payments are strongly discouraged and illegal in many cases, and negotiating with kidnappers is a delicate matter involving law enforcement.
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1
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