LBC/IRN · London Broadcasting Company

Title

International criticism after US shoots down Libyan jets

Genre

News report; Press conference; Speech

TX Date

7 Jan 1989

Year of production

1989

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Duration

00:02:27

Description

Paul Woodley reports from the UN on international criticism of the US shooting down of two Libyan Mig jets over international waters they say had hostile intent. Includes speaking during the UN debate Soviet spokesman (through interpreter); Ugandan ambassador; US ambassador Vernon Walters defending US action. After debate Libyan ambassador speaks to reporters followed by Vernon Walters. From AM programme.

Contributors

Paul Woodley; Vernon Walters

Keywords

Military aircraft; International relations; UN; Pilots; Missiles; Libya; AM (radio programme); USA: Military affairs

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