Posted on 05/21/2006 10:02:43 PM PDT by jmc1969
I am sure that some money was paid, but those sums seem to be not realistic. Beside of this Al-Jazzera is as accurate as the Prawda. No real sources were named in this article.
I don't.
And I'm not gonna.
Firearms. That's what people working here should carry.
Which only encourages this sort of thing.
Kidnapping, I'm afraid, is a way of life here. It's not unusual for Iraqis that are known to be associated with the coalition in some way to be kidnapped. The kidnapped peoples' families negotiate with the kidnappers for a sum, pay it and the person is released unharmed.
God bless you friend and stay safe!
Come home safe & sound and in one piece.
may your efforts be fruitful and may peace
come to that troubled land , through Victory!
Soon.....
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