In this, as in other cases, the lengthy captivity and the hardships faced by the hostages took their toll on their physical and mental health (see paras. 168-172 below).
这一案件，与其他案情一样，长期遭羁押以及所面临的艰难处境，对人质的心身均造成了重大伤害(见下文第168-172段)。