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UK Hostage in Iraq Kills Himself: Kidnappers

Captors blame Downing St. for ignoring negotiations

By Kate Rockwood, Newser Staff

Posted Jul 20, 2008 3:03 PM CDT

(Newser) – One of five British hostages seized in Baghdad last year has killed himself, according to a video made by his Shi'ite captors. Seeking the release of comrades in US captivity, they blame the British government for failing to negotiate: "Foot-dragging" has hastened the captives'... Read full story »

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UK Hostage in Iraq Kills Himself: Kidnappers

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