But a papal spokesman later called the cross a "local issue" and not a Vatican concern.

Later in the day, a Pakistani military spokesman called the report baseless.

A spokesman called on the police to name more experts to scan the Internet for pedophiliac material.

A spokesman called the conversation "businesslike," and said it was intended to open talks between the companies.

A Russian military spokesman called the situation "totally out of control."

Ford has not released figures but a spokesman called the drop significant.

The spokesman called after him: "There's a couple of other kids coming up the street.

Western military spokesman have called the attack on Khafji a disaster.

A spokesman for Standard & Poor's called the change routine.

A spokesman for the group called reports of their interest "pure speculation."