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    Ingrid Betancourt

    French-Colombian politician Ingrid Betancourt was among 15 hostages rescued from the FARC a 'Marxist-inspired' insurgency in Columbia.

    Leti
    by Leti

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    Betancourt, who had been held captive for six years was rescued by Columbian soldiers posing as members of the FARC. She has said she will now work tirelessly to help free other hostages.

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