Title

Douglas Hurd on British hostages held in Iraq

Genre

News report; Press conference

TX Date

17 Aug 1990

Year of production

1990

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Duration

00:02:37

Description

British Foreign Secretary, Douglas Hurd, on the British hostages held in Iraq following their relocation to an Iraqi hotel. He reiterates that their continued presence in Iraq will only serve to strengthen Britain’s commitment to resolving the situation. Reporter is Sally Arthy.

Contributors

Douglas Hurd; Sally Arthy

Keywords

British; Hostages; Wars (events); Civilians; Iraq; Foreigners; Gulf War (1990-1991)

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