Subscribe to RSS feedPirates demand $2.8m for Irene and its 22 crew
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David Osler - Thursday 27 August 2009
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Aug 28, 2009 08:43 AM
THE Philippines government has confirmed that a group of Somali pirates is asking for $2.8m to secure the release of the Greek-owned bulk carrier Irene EM and its 22 all-Filipino crew, according to local media reports, writes David Osler.
All of those on board the ship are understood to be alive, although the availability of food and drink appears to be uncertain.
Negotiations are proceeding at a slow pace.
The St Vincent-flagged Irene EM (pictured), which is...
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