2 US Navy Boats Held by Iran but Will Be Returned, Says Pentagon

Iran was holding 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two small boats that drifted into Iranian waters after experiencing mechanical problems. Iran accused the sailors of trespassing but American officials said Tehran has assured them that the crew and vessels would be returned safely and promptly.
2 US Navy Boats Held by Iran but Will Be Returned, Says Pentagon
The Riverine Command Boat (RCB) 805 in the Persian Gulf on Nov. 2, 2015. Iran was holding 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats, similar to the one in this picture, on Jan. 12, 2016, after the boats had mechanical problems and drifted into Iranian waters. American officials have received assurances from Tehran that they will be returned safely and promptly. (Torrey W. Lee/U.S. Navy via AP)
The Associated Press
1/12/2016
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1/12/2016