US soldier held captive by Taliban in Afghanistan for nearly five years freed
Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, the only American soldier held captive in Afghanistan, was released Saturday by Taliban captors, an announcement that has Americans rejoicing but also raising questions on Capitol Hill and beyond about “negotiating with terrorists.”
Bergdahl was released from captivity after nearly five years, in exchange for five Taliban members being released from the U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Bergdahl was taken prisoner after leaving his base in east Afghanistan on June 30, 2009. It was unclear Saturday what, if any, consequences he will face for his actions....