Margaret Hassan hostage situation question.

[DURHAM D]

Does anyone think this might be a fraud? Since no group has taken credit it seems a little weird. Also, she had lived there for 30 years. Or, have I become uber-cynical?

[neomonkey]

1. My take on this

is that her life is in grave danger.

I hope that she finds safety, but I wouldn't be surprised if we see her executed by FEMALE captors in the next few days.

Yes, our world is much safer. Thank you George W. Bush.

[Katha]

2. I do think you're being over-cynical

This is not the face of a fraud hostage.