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Ahead of parole, Indonesian militant regrets role in 2002 Bali bombing - media

FILE PHOTO; Umar Patek (front) walks away following a consultation with his lawyers after judges delivered the verdict on him in a West Jakarta court June 21, 2012. REUTERS/Supri

An Indonesian militant has expressed regret for his role in the deadly 2002 Bali bombings, media reported on Monday, as news of his impending release sparks outrage in Australia.

Umar Patek was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2012 for his involvement in bombings that ripped through two Bali nightclubs, killing 202 people, including 88 Australians. He became eligible for parole this month after a series of remissions for good behaviour.

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