This is excellent news, and I am delighted that Maj. Harrison is safe, in good health and is now able to take some well-earned leave. I welcome this decisive action by (the mission), which demonstrates its clear resolve to operate where and when it needs, in order to meet its mandate in Sierra Leone.

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