Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Telephone Conversation With Former Hostage Thomas Sutherland

President Bush called Thomas Sutherland in Germany at about 1:15 this afternoon to wish him well following his release from captivity in Lebanon. President Bush said that he and Barbara share the joy of Mr. Sutherland's family in his release. "I'm glad you appear to be in good health," the President said, "and it's good to hear Terry Waite's comments about the other hostages." The President sent his regards to Mr. Sutherland's family and wished him a strong recovery.