(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)
Shehade Busli, a prominent Jewish citizen of Damascus, was kidnapped by rebels and released yesterday after his family paid the ransom of 40 Gold Pounds.
Three other prominent Jewish citizens of Damascus were warned yesterday that they will be kidnapped if stated amounts would not be paid.
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