TEHRAN, Iran – The release of two American hikers jailed in Iran was delayed Sunday because one of the judges whose signature is required on the paperwork is on vacation, the lawyer representing the two men said. The lawyer, Masoud Shafiei, said when he attempted to get the two signatures required for the $1 million bail deal for Shane Bauer and Joshua Fattal, he was told one of the judges needed to sign off on the agreement was on vacation, and to return at a later date. Read full article >>
Release Of U.s. Hikers In Iran Delayed; Judge On Vacation
Thomas Erdbrink, Washington Post
Sun, 09/18/2011 - 9:16am
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