East Timor president thanks rescuers

East Timorese president Jose Ramos-Horta has spoken publicly for the first time since an assassination attempt a month ago, to thank the medical staff who saved his life and other supporters.

In a videotaped message broadcast today, Mr Ramos-Horta says he is refraining from making any political comments at this stage but thanked those who prayed for him and cared for him after the February 11 assassination bid.