JOLO, Philippines (30 June 2000) -- Abu Sayyaf Muslim bandits holding 20 hostages abducted from Sipadan two months ago have refused to release more hostages until an agreement is reached. Abu Sayyaf leaders want to negotiate directly with foreign government officials representing hostages from several foreign countries including Germany, France, Finland, South Africa, Lebanon and Malaysia. After two months of captivity in the jungle, many of hostages are sick, weak and in need of hospital care, however, Muslim bandits have cut off medical supplies and visits by medical teams. © CDNN - CYBER DIVER NEWS NETWORK | | Sipadan hostages |
