UFOs in Soviet Radio News

Summary

This CIA document references a January 19, 1991, broadcast by the Moscow International Service in Korean, where an anonymous commentator discussed the global media's interest in unidentified flying objects. The topic took up 20 minutes of airtime, suggesting that UFOs were a notable public curiosity even during the Cold War. While the main focus of the day was the Persian Gulf situation and diplomatic relations, this brief mention of UFOs highlights how unexplained aerial phenomena continued to capture media attention.

The document, part of a commentary and news list, shows how Soviet radio used slots for a variety of topics, from international politics to socialist publications and popular books. The inclusion of UFOs in an official broadcast suggests that, while not a top priority, the topic still held interest for certain audiences.