Robert Pether's wife says she's 'still in shock' following his release from an Iraqi prison late last night. Desree Pether, who lives in Elphin with the couple's three children, says her husband must now be brought home urgently. It follows the announcement last night by Tánaiste Simon Harris that the Australian national had been released on bail. Robert had been arrested and imprisoned on fraud charges 4 years ago. Desree says she's still coming to terms with news of his release:
Robert is seriously ill with suspected lung cancer and Desree says it's crucial he returns to Ireland for treatment:
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