Phillip Mehrtens, who has been held hostage since February, makes the claim in a new video released by the separatist group
“If it does not happen within two months then they say they will shoot me,” Mehrtens says in the video.
“We’re doing everything we can to secure a peaceful resolution and Mr Mehrtens’ safe release,” the spokesperson added. Indonesian authorities have previously said they are prioritising peaceful negotiations to secure the release of the Susi Air pilot, but have struggled to access the isolated and rugged highland terrain.who were deployed to rescue Mehrtens, leaving at least six dead and about 30 missing.
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