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Iran to release 15 British sailors

(Reuters)
Updated: 2007-04-05 07:31

Video grab shows captured British servicemen hugging as they receive news that they are to be freed, before being taken to meet Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad, in Tehran April 4, 2007. Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday he would free 15 British sailors and marines, making Britain a "gift" in a surprise announcement that ended a crisis which rattled world financial markets[Reuters]