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One of Two Japanese Nationals Detained in Iran Released

Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi announced the release of one of two Japanese nationals detained in Iran since last June, with the individual returning to Japan. A second Japanese national remains in detention.

22 Mar, 04:41 — 22 Mar, 04:41
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Japan foreign minister says Iran released one of two detained Japanese nationals

The person, who has not been publicly identified, was released on Wednesday and will be returning to Japan, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said. He added that a second Japanese national remained in detention.

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イランで去年6月拘束された日本人1人解放 茂木外相が明らかに

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Japan foreign minister says Iran released one of two detained Japanese nationals

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