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HMS Cornwall detainees return to UK
Blair: ‘calm and firm’ diplomacy secured return

The 15 British sailors detained by Iran have returned to the UK after spending 13 days in captivity. Their release has been hailed as a victory for diplomacy. The prime minister Tony Blair said the UK’s “firm, calm and measured” approach to Iran had paid off. Officials had not negotiated with Tehran and nor did… Read more »

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Iran releases British sailors
Iran releases ‘pardoned’ British sailors

The 15 British sailors detained by Iran on March 23rd are to be released. Iran’s president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announced at a press conference today that he would pardon the naval crew as a gift to the British people. He called on the British government not to punish the seven sailors and eight marines for their… Read more »