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Friday, 14 December 2007

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 Press Release A071214b
December 14, 2007


 Minister of Human Rights of Iraq Attends Detainee Release Ceremony


 BAGHDAD, Iraq – Approximately 300 detainees were released during a morning ceremony at Camp Victory Dec. 13.
 “We work to raise Iraq and the name of our country high for our civilization, our common history, the future of our children, and for the sake of every Iraqi citizen to have glory and pride,” said Wijdan Mikhail Salim, Minister of Human Rights, who officiated the ceremony.


   Salim applauded the ongoing efforts by the Government of Iraq and Coalition forces to foster goodwill and reconciliation. GoI and Coalition forces have increased the average number of releases per month while ensuring individuals are only released when they are deemed no longer a threat to the security of Iraq.


 The detainees at the ceremony went through a review board process where they had the opportunity to address their case personally.  They also made a pledge to an Iraqi judge swearing to maintain peace and good conduct.
 While in detention, the detainees had the opportunity to volunteer for new programs that included basic education courses, religious discussions, vocational training and work programs.


 Approximately one-third of the detainees were released yesterday, while the remaining two-thirds will be released within the next several days.
 

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