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US-Saudi Arabia / Arms Sale #276635

CBS Evening News for Tuesday, Apr 21, 1981
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(Studio) White House reported confirming decision to sell military planes to Saudi Arabia; anticipated battle with Congress and balance of power in Mideast between Israelis and Arabs noted.
REPORTER: Dan Rather

(DC) Admin.'s consideration of sale of AWACS despite Israel's objection recall Secretary of State Alexander Haig's recent Mideast trip mentioned. Other aspects of United States military sales to Saudi Arabia outlined. [State Department spokesperson Dean FISCHER - states administration's reason for sales.] Today's announcement noted made while Saudi Sheik Yamani is here discussing oil and energy problems with United States officials; issue of arms transfer policy said under review. Memo sent to all United States embassies shown, quoted. [HAIG - comments on new arms policy.] Ntns. possibly eligible for arms sales under new Reagan administration policy listed on screen, discussed.

Reporter(s):
Rather, Dan
Duration:
00:03:10

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