captivity

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Their captivity since July - during an earlier round of deadly clashes - has inflamed nationalist sentiment in Cambodia, their release being one of the main demands of the its government in the ceasefire talks with Thailand.

From BBC

Israeli psychologists working with children released from Hamas captivity after the 7 October attacks also stress the importance of re-establishing a sense of control.

From BBC

Researchers cannot yet say whether these wolves were tame, kept in captivity, or managed in another way.

From Science Daily

The authorities confirmed "the rescue of the remaining 130 children and staff" in a statement, saying "not a single pupil is left in captivity".

From BBC

"It was one of the most frightening things and it was while Carmel was still alive in captivity."

From BBC