Iranian Sailors Held in Sri Lanka Remain in Limbo

Over 250 Iranian sailors, including survivors of a torpedoed ship, are being held in protective custody by Sri Lanka, which is uncertain about their fate despite Iran's demands for their return.

21 Mar, 12:49 — 21 Mar, 12:49

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Iranian Sailors, Including Survivors of Torpedoed Ship, Remain in Limbo

Sri Lanka has kept more than 250 sailors in protective custody since the early days of the war. Iran wants them back, but Sri Lanka is unsure what to do with them.

By Anupreeta Das and Pamodi Waravita

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Iranian Sailors Held in Sri Lanka Remain in Limbo

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