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Article: South Korean sailor released by Somali pirates; 22 other Asian crew members believed held
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- November 7, 2007
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One of the 23 sailors aboard a Japanese tanker commandeered by Somali pirates was freed safely but other crew members were still believed held by the hijackers, an official said Wednesday.
The sailor _ one of two South Koreans aboard the Golden Nori _ returned home with South Korean officials this week, an official at the Foreign Ministry said on condition of anonymity, because of ministry policy.
The official refused to disclose why the South Korean sailor was released first or any other details, citing safety concerns for the remaining 22 crew.
Negotiations have been under way to free the Japanese chemical tanker, currently anchored in Somali waters. The ship's crew ...