British Arms Supply (Suspension)

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Egypt – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 17 February 1954.

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Photo of Mr George Jeger Mr George Jeger , Goole 12:00, 17 February 1954

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs on what date the supply of arms to Egypt was suspended; how this was made public; and what reasons and conditions were given to the Egyptian Government.

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