Australia refuses to apologise to terror suspect doctor

0 Comments | AFP, July, 2007

SYDNEY (AFP) — Australian Prime Minister John Howard Monday dismissed calls for an inquiry into the bungled case of an Indian doctor suspected of terrorism, and said the Muslim medic should not expect an apology.

Mohamed Haneef was held for more than three weeks and charged with providing "reckless" support to a terror group in connection with last month's failed car bombings in London and Glasgow.

But the case against him collapsed on Friday due to lack of evidence, and he was cleared of the charge and allowed to fly home.

Upon his arrival in India on Sunday, the 27-year-old said he had been traumatised by the experience, which included having his work visa revoked.

"I have been victimised by Australian authorities," he told waiting media.

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