He wants no great reception in his hometown of Woerden. Later he will explain why he chooses.
That’s mayor Victor Molkenboer Woerden Thursday behalf Sjaak let Rich know by the local station Woerden.tv. Woerden colored some streets all yellow American example. That yellow ornament is hung like soldiers on a mission to come home.
“Sjaak Rijke know of the initiatives to celebrate his homecoming in the Netherlands. They come to him very heartening about. But he prefers not to this time. We have to respect this wish, “said Molkenboer, which has rich contact through the family.
It is not yet known when Rich comes to the Netherlands. He resides with his wife for several days at a secret place to come in
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No contact
Through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs asks Rich to the media not to make contact with him and his family and friends. “My wife, my family and friends and I would very much appreciate to have time now for each other and be able to relax.”
He does indicate that a grand reunion possibly at a later moment can be organized. Because the time has demanded its toll in captivity, as well as the hectic days after his release, Rich would not be able to enjoy today.
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His liberation he calls very hectic and a scary moment. ” But I live and am free, ‘he said in the statement. Bert Koenders, Minister of Foreign Affairs on Thursday morning called extensively with Rich and his wife.
Rich said to be overjoyed to be free after three years in prison. In his own words he is in good health. “In recent years, both physically and mentally, very heavy. In some incidents, I have always taken care of.”
His condition Rich tried to maintain through sports with improvised attributes and fitness. “The conditions, including in some seasons the extreme heat, let it not always matter. Although I do have lost a few pounds, so I’m reasonably fit come out of the fight,” said Rich.
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By: Reuters / NU.nl
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