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Pakistan releases 100 Indian fishermen
KARACHI: On the directives of Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, Pakistani authorities on Friday released 100 out of the 629 Indian fishermen imprisoned in the Malir District Jail. The prisoners were supposed to be released on Wednesday after spending three years in imprisonment. However, their release was delayed until Friday on the request of the Indian government that wanted to make adequate arrangements for the fishermens return. Sindh Jails Minister Muzzafar Ali Shajra said Pakistan wants friendly relations with all its neighbours, including India. We hope India will respond positively to this step and also release Pakistani fishermen imprisoned in their jails, Shajra added. Each fisherman was given 100 Indian rupees, a quilt and socks for their journey back home. Posted by: Steve White 2009-12-26 |
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