U.N. secretary - general appreciates Iranian action . High-profile American Muslims including boxing legend Muhammad Ali had called for their release , and a high-profile delegation of American Christian and Muslim religious leaders met Ahmadinejad in Iran last week to plead for their freedom . Loved to welcome the freed American hikers in Oman . President Barack Obama says he is thrilled by news of the men 's release . The $ 1 million bail is paid by the Iranian government , their attorney says .
U.N. secretary - general appreciates Iranian action . Loved to welcome the freed American hikers in Oman . President Barack Obama says he is thrilled by news of the men 's release . The $ 1 million bail is paid by the Iranian government , their attorney says .