Families of American hostages — including one New Yorker — have one ask for Trump in Iran war talks
By Emily Goodin
Published on April 1, 2026.
The family of a New Yorker wrongfully detained in Iran has urged the White House to prioritize the release of American hostages. This comes after a draft 15-point peace plan the US presented to Iran did not include any mention of setting free at least six US citizens. The family of the Iranian-American hostage, Kamran Hekmati, believes that the president can use this as an off-ramp to end hostilities. At least a dozen other Americans are being held hostage during the conflict, according to the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation. The White House has stated they are monitoring the hostage situation and have brought over 100 individuals home from around the world. The details of the plan for ending the war in the Middle East have not been released.
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