BRISBANE (Australia), Aug 21: An Australian court ruled on Tuesday that authorities were wrong to revoke the visa of an Indian doctor linked to failed British terror attacks, but the government said it was still suspicious of him.

The Federal Court in Brisbane said it would restore Mohamed Haneef’s visa in 21 days, clearing the way for him to return to Australia if he wishes.

Haneef’s family in Bangalore, southern India, welcomed the ruling, but the Australian government immediately said it would appeal.

Haneef’s lawyer Peter Russo said Haneef’s legal battle was not over and he remained determined to disprove allegations that could damage his career and ability to study internationally.“He and his family are gratified by the decision, but prepared for further legal battles,” Russo said.

He urged Immigration Minister Kevin Andrews to end a saga that had been “an ordeal” for his client and accept the court’s ruling.

Andrews defended the visa cancellation and said he retained a “reasonable suspicion” about Haneef, who is related to two men allegedly involved in the British bomb plot.—AFP