A UN Tribunal hearing the case of Italian marines ruled that one of them, Salvatore Girone, may be permitted to return to Italy while the continuation of the arbitration. However, he will still be under the authority of the Supreme Court.
The Italian foreign ministry was quick to claim vindication and said they could contact Indian authorities. On the other hand, the Indian authorities recognized that Girone was under India’s authority alone and accused Italy to misrepresent the order.