Ronald Reagan actually said...

The United States joins with other members of the international community in demanding a full explanation for this appalling and wanton misdeed.

Statement on the Soviet Attack on a Korean Civilian Airliner

08/31/1983

More Ronald Reagan Quotes

The 39 Americans held hostage for 17 days by terrorists in Lebanon are free, safe, and at this moment, on their way to Frankfurt, Germany.

The United States gives terrorists no rewards and no guarantees.

This is a moment of joy for them, for their loved ones, and for our nation.

This drama has reminded us how precious and fragile are the freedoms and standards of decency of civilized societies.