Veteran diplomat, known for head-to-head encounters with Washington's strongman foes, dedicated end of his career to freeing American hostages held by rivals

Mickey Bergman of the Richardson Center, which specializes in freeing American political prisoners, tells Times of Israel about the talks leading to the basketball player's release

How a campaign and behind-the-scenes advocacy by Jews worldwide put pressure on the military junta to free 37-year-old Danny Fenster, held since May 24

Danny Fenster was arrested by military junta earlier this year amid crackdown on journalists; at least 126 media officials detained by military since takeover, 47 remain in custody

Danny Fenster was arrested by military junta earlier this year; human rights groups call ruling 'a travesty of justice in a kangaroo court'