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Statement on the Death of a South African in Iraq Pretoria
- The South African diplomatic Mission in Kuwait today, Thursday 2 November confirmed
to the Department of Foreign Affairs the death of a South African, Morné
Pieters killed in Basra, Iraq on Monday 30 October 2006. The Diplomatic
mission is currently in liaison with the employers of the deceased with a view
to assisting to return the mortal remains of Mr. Pieterse back to South Africa.
The family has been advised accordingly. The death of Mr Pieterse brings
to 17 the number of South Africans confirmed killed in Iraq, with a further 8
reported missing and presumed dead. Issued by Ronnie Mamoepa at 082-990-4853 Department
of Foreign Affairs
P/Bag X152
Pretoria
0001 2 November
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