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U.S. Refuses To Release Boys Held At Guantanamo

HeadlineJan 16, 2004

Despite international pressure, the U.S. has decided not to release three teenagers who have been detained at Guantanamo Bay for over a year. Doctors estimate the boys are between 13 and 15 years old. They are among 660 prisoners who have been held at the military base. None of the men face charges or have been given an opportunity to appeal their detention. Only one of the 660 has had any contact with family members. Some have now been held for two years.

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