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2015-05-16 Africa Horn

14 sailors kidnapped in Somalia: Iran state TV

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Posted by Steve White 2015-05-16 00:00|| || Front Page|| [8 views ] Top

#1 I says it was an Iranian fishing boat. If so, please pass the popcorn.
On the other hand, it could be an Iranian arms supply boat...

Posted by Glenmore 2015-05-16 09:23|| 2015-05-16 09:23|| Front Page Top

#2 If the Iranian govt wants to show that they are take charge types. They would mount a rescue and get the hostages back or do some real hurt on the Shabaabs.

Posted by Alaska Paul 2015-05-16 12:49|| 2015-05-16 12:49|| Front Page Top

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