Roger Cooper released by Iran

Title

Roger Cooper released by Iran

Genre

News report; Interview; Press conference

TX Date

2 Apr 1991

Year of production

1991

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Duration

00:02:01

Description

James Bays reports on British hostage Roger Cooper returning to the UK after being released from Iranian prison; his press conference at Heathrow Airport (excerpts heard) where he jokes about his captivity and shows concern at hostages still being held in the Middle East; and on meeting his family after 5 years, including press interview on plans to meet up with his father.

Contributors

Roger Cooper; James Bays

Keywords

Iran; Heathrow Airport; Espionage; Imprisonment; Spies; Hostages; Roger Cooper

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