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December 21, 2009

Mother of Detained American Hiker Pleas for Iran to Release Daughter
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The mother of one of three American hikers detained in an Iranian prison
has posted an online video plea for their release. Nora Shourd, the
mother of Sarah Shourd, urged Iran’s Supreme Leader to release the three
Americans who have been detained since July.



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