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The two Bulgarians onboard the hijacked ship Galaxy Leader are in good health

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The two Bulgarians onboard the hijacked ship Galaxy Leader are in good health, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mariya Gabriel said for bTV. "There have been two contacts with the families. We are also in constant contact with them", Mariya Gabriel added.

Regarding the crisis with the hijacked ship Ruen, Minister Gabriel said she had information about what happened from hour one. There are eighteen people onboard the vessel, including eight Bulgarian sailors. "It is very important for me that we are in constant contact with all institutions, including international partners, that can provide assistance in this extremely difficult situation. The good health of our compatriots and their return is of paramount importance’’, Mariya Gabriel said.



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