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British Sailors in Iran

April 4, 2007
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When Iran took 15 British Navy personnel into custody for allegedly trespassing its waters illegally, a stand-off between the two countries ensued. Click on the links below to trace the sailors' story.

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Gift From Iran

The international press had strong reactions to the release of 15 Brits held hostage in Iran
April 5, 2007

British Prisoner Crisis

As many in the world feel relief, Germany is hoping Iran's move is a signal on the nuclear front.
April 5, 2007

Sailors to be Freed

Iran's president has the 15 naval personnel being held will be freed immediately and can go home.
April 4, 2007

Standoff with Iran

Many wonder what the latest standoff with Iran means for the dispute over its nuclear program.
April 3, 2007

Diplomacy Option Open

Despite the rhetoric, London and Tehran pursue diplomacy over Iran's seizure of British sailors.
April 1, 2007

Clinch Over Sailors

Britain's Beckett accused Iran of saber-rattling over its capture of British naval personnel.
March 31, 2007

EU Backs Britain on Iran

EU foreign ministers have told Iran British sailors being held should be released immediately.
March 30, 2007

Britain Appeals to UN

Britain increases pressure on Iran over 15 captured sailors by going to the UN Security Council.
March 29, 2007

Blair Talks Tough

Days after the capture of 15 British navy personnel by Iran, Blair has warned he could get tough.
March 27, 2007

Troops Still In Iran

Britain admits not to know where its troops are being held in Iran as the Gulf crisis deepens.
March 25, 2007

Iran Releases Britons

Iran released 15 British sailors Wednesday yet criticized how Britain had handled the ordeal.
April 4, 2007