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Then, just as surprisingly as it had begun, the attack ended. Almost unnoticed by the terrified Americans, a band of commandos wearing armbands with the legend ISLAMIC ARMY entered the room and quietly took over from the attackers. "You are our brothers. Don't worry," they told the Americans...
ALTHOUGH THE U.S. must shun direct intervention in Iranian politics, it should strongly condemn one of the first acts of that government. In his announcement Monday, Khomeini caused alarm by naming Israel the next target for the Islamic revolution. While his statement, and the seizure of the Israeli legation buildings...
In fact, diplomatic relations never represent a statement of principle of support; they are only a pragmatic tool to achieve political goals. Indeed, Carter's speedy recognition of the Khomeini-appointed government in Iran followed this very principle. While the U.S. may be uncomfortable with Khomeini's brand of Islamic...
Although couched in humanitarian terms, most foreign appeals seemed motivated by concern for Pakistan's stability. Since the country was carved out of British India as a Muslim "land of the pure" 32 years ago, Pakistan has had three constitutions and suffered through three military coups, plus repeated doses...
Before Bhutto goes to the gallows, his lawyers can ask the Supreme Court to review the case for possible legal errors. The family of the former Prime Minister may also appeal to Zia for executive clemency. Domestic political considerations are likely to weigh more heavily than foreign opinion as Zia...