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Skipper of the UK-crewed yacht admits mistakes u0026quot Iranian waters

Maritime News | December 5, 2009 | View Comments
  • (BBC) The skipper of a British-crewed yacht detained by Iran has said they strayed into Iranian waters by “mistake”.  Oliver Smith added the crew were blindfolded while at sea, apart from him as he was at the helm.  Source and Watch The Video!

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    • Skipper of the UK-crewed yacht admits mistakes u0026quot Iranian waters
    •      (BBC) The skipper of a British-crewed yacht detained by Iran has said they strayed into Iranian waters by “mistake”.  Oliver Smith added the crew were blindfolded while at sea, apart from him as he was at the helm.  Source and Watch The Video!

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