Iran to free Swedes accused of spying

Two Swedes imprisoned for espionage have been pardoned and will be freed today, according to reports from Iran's official news agency.

Iran to free Swedes accused of spying
Mon, 16 Apr, 2007 - 15:12

Two Swedes imprisoned for espionage have been pardoned and will be freed today, according to reports from Iran's official news agency.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said the two Swedish men will be handed over to Swedish diplomats and visiting politicians, the Islamic Republic News Agency said.

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