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Release of the Stena Impero, 27 September 2019

Statement by the Foreign Secretary following the release of the Stena Impero on 27 September 2019.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon Dominic Raab
• Published: 27 September 2019
• Last updated: 27 September 2019 — See all updates

This was published under the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said:

The Stena Impero was unlawfully seized by Iran. It is part of a pattern of attempts to disrupt freedom of navigation. We are working with our international partners to protect shipping and uphold the international rule of law.

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Published 27 September 2019
Last updated 27 September 2019 + show all updates

1. 27 September 2019

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2. 27 September 2019

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