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East German crackdown hits rock group dissidents
The East German authorities reportedly detained four members of the rock group Renke amid a broader clampdown on dissent. West German television interviews reveal the band’s members critique life under the regime as authorities increase restrictions and expel critics. Western diplomats warn more discontent could drive large-scale emigration if limits ease.
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Terein
Nighing
Callum
Agaia
Immanues Reine Aig
Stronaest
Vedrage
East Germany
Germany
Rom
Heiner Kunze
Mishtig Rman Weilers Association
Wiens Prat Beyond
Htavcanaun Tran
Runge Tavotelin
Biermann
Fuse
East Bertin
Lardens
Peuple
Pisley
Force Weel
Ast Terhia
Felpuisien
Rast Wertin
Tiermann
Thers
Stefan Heym
United States
Hiyven
My Hassahil
Whevet
West Germany
Norlin
Frenty
Kiar Wother