Two Italian marines have returned to India to face charges they murdered two Indian fishermen that they had mistaken for pirates.

The marines, Massimiliano Latorre and Salvatore Girone, arrived at a New Delhi airport Friday, after Italy reversed its decision not to send them back.

Officials say Italy’s government backed down on Thursday after securing a promise from New Delhi the two men would not face the death penalty.

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh praised Italy’s decision, … [Read More]

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Source: VOA News: War and Conflict