15 hostages released after the kidnap

Source: CCTV.com | 11-15-2006 08:33

At least 15 hostages released from Baghdad mass kidnapping

Baghdad security and education sources report that at least 15 hostages have been released after being abducted earlier from the city's Ministry of Higher Education.

Following an initial release of 3 hostages, 12 more were set free late Tuesday in Baghdad's Karradah district.

Some of those released have contradicted earlier reports, suggesting gunmen kidnapped as many as 150 hostages. They're saying only around 40 people were taken in the raid.

Editor:Sun Luying