Foreign Policy Review May Reveal Shifts In U S Policy
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee led by Sen Richard Lugar launches a six week review of U S foreign policy with hearings by George P Shultz and Caspar Weinberger. Future witnesses include former leaders James Schlesinger Alexander Haig Cyrus Vance and Richard Allen. Lugar aims to unify Americans on world issues and may test White House independence while examining the use of force and shifts toward dialog with the Soviet Union as nuclear talks proceed.
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Sanctions Considered as Reagan Aims at Nicaragua
The Reagan administration pursues stricter economic penalties on Nicaragua's Sandinista government while seeking renewed aid to Nicaraguan rebels. Defense Secretary Weinberger accuses the regime of exporting subversion and terrorism and favors minimal trade with Nicaragua. Two Democratic congressmen warn that upcoming U S military exercises in Honduras could indirectly aid rebels and urge suspending the maneuvers next month.
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Botha signals possible Mandela release in Parliament
President P W Botha told Parliament South Africa is prepared to consider freeing Nelson Mandela if he disassociates from the violence of the African National Congress. Mandela, 66, has been in prison since 1964 for sabotage, and remains a symbol for blacks under white rule.
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Group Finds Mixed Rightist Record in El Salvador
Americas Watch says rightist death squads have reduced violence in El Salvador while the armed forces continue indiscriminate attacks on civilians in conflict zones. The New York based rights group issued its report Wednesday welcoming progress but calling the overall human rights situation terrible.
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Iraqis Launch Offensive Across Iranian Front
Iraqi forces launched an offensive against Iranian troops in the central sector, reporting heavy losses and occupying new positions. It followed another major assault earlier this week, the first since 31 months of limited cross border fighting.
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Meese Faces Senate Doubts On Ethical Standards
Sen. Biden questions Edwin Meese III on rising to a higher standard for an attorney general. He warns Meese must show contrition and may need to renounce other actions, while Meese pledges to uphold strict ethics if confirmed. Committee members critique reliance on technicalities in past dealings.
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Trimming Deficit Biggest Challenge For Congress
Washington shows two top tasks for the 99th Congress tax simplification and cutting the federal deficit. Reagan plans a Feb. 4 budget message and Feb. 6 State of the Union push reform with no new revenues. Deficit reduction dominates the tax debate amid rising projections and debt service.
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Walters Expected To Succeed Kirkpatrick
Vernon Walters, a former CIA deputy director and roving ambassador, is expected to be nominated to replace Jeane Kirkpatrick as U N ambassador. Kirkpatrick has announced she will leave, returning to teaching and writing while continuing to comment on foreign policy.
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