Israel National NewsNews BriefsUS secretly gave Iran $1.7 billion in 'ransom payment' US secretly gave Iran $1.7 billion in 'ransom payment' Mar 24, 2016, 7:37 AM (GMT+2)Officials try to avoid answers on $1.7 billion payment to Iran in January. Congressman insists it was ransom for US prisoners. Read moreFound a mistake? Contact us