Russia denies Syrian plane was carrying weapons
Syrian Airbus A320 was intercepted by Turkish jets on its way from Moscow to Damascus
The Associated Press
Posted: Oct 12, 2012 11:42 AM ET
Last Updated: Oct 12, 2012 11:40 AM ET
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the Syrian plane that was forced to land in Turkey was legally carrying Russian radar parts for Syria.
(Mian Khursheed/Reuters)
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Russia's foreign minister says the Syrian plane that was forced to land in Turkey was legally carrying Russian radar parts for Syria.
Sergey Lavrov insisted Friday the shipment complied with international law. He said the plane carried no weapons and that the "electric equipment for radars" of was a legitimate cargo.
Lavrov added, however, that the cargo was of "dual purpose," meaning it could have civilian and military applications. He said the Russian company that sent it to Syria will demand that Turkey return it.
The Syrian Airbus A320 was intercepted by Turkish fighter jets on its way from Moscow to Damascus on Wednesday and forced to land in Ankara.
Turkey's prime minister said Thursday that it was carrying ammunition and military equipment for the Syrian Defense Ministry.
© The Associated Press, 2012
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