West German official visit after Moscow incident with Rust
West German officials said they have permission to visit Mathias Rust the 19 year old pilot who landed in Red Square after crossing Soviet air defenses. Soviets may hold trial but likely release. defense minister and air defense chiefs were ousted over the lapse. The Politburo accepted responsibility and promised access to Rust.
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Soviet official says Rust may be freed soon
A senior Soviet official told West German onlookers that Mathias Rust the 19 year old pilot who flew a Cessna from Finland to Moscow may be tried but likely freed soon even if charged. Valentin Falin noted radar spotted the aircraft but Soviet authorities allowed it through believing it was domestic.
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