The Embassy of the Republic of the Sudan Celebrates Release of Sudanese
Nationals
WASHINGTON, May 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The release of the Sudanese
nationals, Sami al-Haj, Amir Mohamed al-Amir and Walid Mohamed Ali is much
celebrated and we extend our appreciation to those whose moral sensibility was
offended enough to mobilize a grassroots campaign and unwaveringly stood in
solidarity with the innocent against this iniquity. Sami al-Haj and his two
companions who were detained at Guantanamo Bay were released on Friday after
six years in the custody of the U.S where they were held without a trial or
any official charges brought against them. We would hope that this development
gains momentum so that those who remain in prison, held under nothing more
than spite and suspicion, are discharged and allowed to reunite with their
families.
The release of the detainees is equally a credit to the hard work and sincere
consultations that took place between the Sudanese Government and the United
States. And much gratitude is due to both parties. This occasion highlights
the benefits of cooperation, something that needs fostering so that we achieve
objectives of common concern. Sudan, for its part, is committed and has worked
towards realizing a better mode of relating to the U.S. The State Department's
country report released a few days ago attests to this fact. The document
recognizes Sudan's cooperation in the War on terror and notes that
relationship in this regard "remained solid." The report cited several other
exemplary actions Sudan has undertaken with regards to both national and
international security.
The stigma stamped on Sudan has had to be carried by Sami, his two companions
and the innocent citizens. Its consequences are felt daily. And in spite of
all this, Sudan, as a peace loving country, remains undeterred and will
continue to work in concert with all other nations to bring about peace within
and without its borders so that there are more positive achievements made such
as exemplified by the release of our citizens.
SOURCE Embassy of the Republic of the Sudan
Information Office, +1-202-338-8565
