Returning from Iran, after the release of the two Greek tankers "DELTA POSEIDON" and "PRUDENT WARRIOR", the Deputy Minister of Shipping and Insular Policy Kostas Katsafados stated the following:
"Yesterday ended a great adventure experienced by our sailors in Iran. We have also put an end to the agony of their relatives and colleagues. The concerted efforts of the Greek government over the past five months have led to the release of the two ships by the Iranian government. For us, the people of shipping and seafaring are our family. We will always be by their side. I want from the bottom of my heart to thank all those who helped in the happy ending of this effort."