Well Jon, we'll have to agree to disagree on that one.. there are conflicting reports as to who carried out the rescue, who was in command and who is ultimately responsible. I heard via the BBC that it was a Naval command, another source tells me it was a civilian vessel used. I'm sceptical that the Russian Navy would allow a civilian organisation to assist with any mission, but after the events surrounding the Kursk, I guess they realise that help from any quarter is better than cutting off their noses to spite their faces.

LTS