Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Somali pirates release Greek oil tanker

The European Union's anti-piracy force says Somali pirates have released a Greek oil tanker after holding the ship for two months, Voice of America reported.

The EU force said Monday the Irene SL was on its way to a safe port, and that all the crew members are in good health after the ship's release last week.

Pirates captured the ship February 9 off the coast of Oman. It was carrying about $200 million worth of crude oil to the United States.
The vessel had a crew of 25, including 17 Filipinos, seven Greeks and one Georgian.

Source: FOCUS News Agency

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