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Reuters report that the South Korean-flagged tanker detained in Iran since January has been released. The Hankuk Chemi and its captain were released after South Korea reportedly made progress in releasing $7bn (£5bn) worth of Iranian funds frozen in South Korean banks due to US sanctions. In February, 20 of the ship’s crew members were released after the South Korean Vice Foreign Minister visited Iran. Officials say that the captain and ship’s release today was unrelated to the frozen funds, though one unidentified official said South Korea has “expressed our firm willingness to resolve the funds issue”. The development comes amid ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear activities, US sanctions and prospects of reviving the JCPOA nuclear deal.
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Detained South Korean Ship Crew Released By Iran
February 4, 2021
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After much turmoil and negotiations, Iran has finally released the 19 crew members of the South Korean ship. However, the captain of the vessel hasn’t been released.
South Korea is strategizing on bringing the crew home as the pandemic travel restrictions make it difficult.
Released After Negotiations
The South Korean government had requested for the 20 member crew of the South Korean ship that Iran detained a month ago, alleging some environmental violations.