Pakistan frees Indian prisoners
Release of 17 people before meeting between S Asian neighbours seen as goodwill gesture.
Published On 23 Jun 2010
Pakistan has released 17 Indian prisoners as a goodwill gesture in the lead-up to meetings between the two countries.
Most of the prisoners were charged with illegally crossing the broder, overstaying their visas and even spying for India.
Their cases are a reminder of the tense relations between the two regional powers.
Hashem Ahelbarra reports from the Wagah border crossing, which straddles both countries.
Source: Al Jazeera