No action by Khomeini against Iranian hostage-takers

Title

No action by Khomeini against Iranian hostage-takers

Genre

Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1979

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Duration

00:01:14

Description

An unidentified male speaker says the US diplomats being held hostage in Iran are in danger, because the Shah will not be returned to Iran. Ayatollah Khomeini, head of the Islamic Revolution, is in no hurry to take action against the Iranian students.There is also a deep resentment against the West. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

None Identified

Keywords

USA; Iran; Embassies and consulates; International relations; Hostages; US Embassy; Diplomats; Students; Iranian revolution (1979); Ruhollah Khomeini; Rulers

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