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British warships in the region

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    One British frigate is currently moored off the coast of Freetown and seven other ships are in the region, a Ministry of Defence spokesman told IRIN on Monday.

    The convoy is carrying some 800 royal marines but no decision has been made as yet on whether they will be deployed ashore, the spokesman said. “They are to be available if there should be a requirement,” he added.

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