Robert Pether, an Australian engineer who lived in Ireland, was imprisoned in Iraq over a contract dispute related to his job at the Central Bank of Baghdad. After significant lobbying from his family and the Irish government, particularly from Tánaiste Simon Harris, Pether has been released on bail. This development is seen as a crucial first step towards his return to Ireland. His wife Desree detailed the emotional strain during his imprisonment, noting severe health deterioration due to limited communication during this time.
This is very welcome news in what has been a long and distressing saga for Robert's wife, three children, and his wider family and friends.
Foreign Minister Hussein of Iraq, whom I spoke to last month to urge Robert's release, called me this evening with the news. I was informed that Robert has been released on bail.
Collection
[
|
...
]