Kidnapped journalist recalls hostage terror
A British journalist kidnapped in Iraq told tonight how he feared he would die at the hands of his captors.
James Brandon was subjected to mock executions during his 20-hour ordeal last week.
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James Brandon was subjected to mock executions during his 20-hour ordeal last week.
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