Pirates release tanker after receiving ransom

A UK-flagged tanker seized by Somali pirates has been released after a ransom was paid, it was announced today.

Fri, 14 May, 2010 - 11:07

A UK-flagged tanker seized by Somali pirates has been released after a ransom was paid, it was announced today.

The 7,926-tonne St James Park was captured in the Gulf of Aden on December 28 while on its way to Thailand from Spain.

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