Iraqs Arabic English Radio Attacks U S Troops in Gulf Crisis
Baghdad Radio broadcasts in fractured English taunting U S soldiers in Saudi Arabia. The program mixes news and music with anti American rhetoric, alleging immoral Gulf rulers and detailing war anxieties, missing soldiers, and Vietnam memories. The broadcasts echo World War II and Vietnam era propaganda.
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Iraq demands and international reactions escalate crisis
Iraq reaffirmed its stance as U S backed forces remain deployed in Saudi Arabia to deter an Iraqi attack. France and Britain condemned threats against foreign nationals while the UN Security Council urged protection of foreigners and asked Secretary‑General de Cuellar to act.
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Plea to Saddam as 14 year old on India bound flight held
The father of 14 year old Vinii Polam, en route to visit grandparents in India, pleads with Saddam Hussein's government for mercy as Iraqi troops intercept a British Airways flight to New Delhi. Relatives recount past anxieties as foreigners in Kuwait face uncertain fates.
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Desert convoy escapes Iraqi roadblock to Saudi border
Thirteen car convoy of American Canadian and other evacuees fled Kuwait crossing deserts to Saudi Arabia. Reporter Stephanie McGehee of the AP described perilous checkpoints and a risky dash past Iraqi forces while using Arabic dialects to reach safety. The group later reached Saudi border Friday afternoon after about four hours.
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Desert Shield expands offensive capabilities in Gulf study
U S military buildup in the Persian Gulf labeled Desert Shield adds stealth F 117A bombers Marine amphibious units and other force capacity for offense to deter Saddam Hussein and reassure Saudi allies. Bush ordered naval intercepts against ships aiding Iraq with UN sanctions as 45 000 Marines deploy alongside M1 tanks and hundreds of aircraft for potential forward action.
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Soviets Await UN Decision on Gulf Crisis
Soviet Foreign Minister Eduard Shevardnadze said Moscow would send troops to the Persian Gulf if the United Nations calls for a multinational force to resolve the crisis. He urged international cooperation to prevent a full scale military confrontation as Gorbachev accused Iraq of treachery for using Soviet weapons to seize Kuwait.
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