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July 5th, 2009
Iran releases journalist, Press TV reportsPosted: 09:19 AM ET
LONDON, England (CNN) - Iran has released Washington Times journalist Iason Athanasiadis from prison, government-funded Press TV reported Sunday. Athanasiadis's arrest was first reported June 23, with no reason given. Athanasiadis, who also goes by the name Jason Fowden, holds dual British and Greek passports. The Washington Times did not immediately respond to CNN requests for comment. Britain's Foreign Office in London said Sunday it had no information about the case. |
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