B52s Struck Cambodia Amid Viet Nam War Action
UPI reports B52 bombers hit suspected Communist positions in Cambodia as fighting drives thousands of civilians from Parrot's Beak. Cambodian commander travels to Saigon to denounce alleged South Vietnamese brutality. Weekly U.S. casualties total 14 dead and 71 wounded, the lowest since late 1965.
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Train Collision Kills 30 in Yugoslavia Near Belgrade
A passenger train and a freight train collided near Vrcin, 13 miles southeast of Belgrade, killing 30 and injuring 70. The local Belgrade to Pozarevac line was involved, four cars demolished, slippery slopes after rain hindered rescue efforts, and investigators opened a commission.
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U.S. and Soviet draft treaty curb germ warfare
The United States and Soviet Union presented a joint draft treaty to a 25 nation disarmament conference banning biological warfare. It would prohibit development production stockpiling and use of biological agents and toxins. The draft follows a British proposal from 1969 and aims for UN General Assembly action in the fall.
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Draft stalemate delays revival of US draft until September
In Washington and Pamplona reports, key Senators balked at a final draft revival vote, keeping Nixon without draft authority into mid September or beyond as House and Senate debates continue. A nationwide lottery began to size the 1972 draft call if revived, while Spain refused entry to a Soviet Army choir over visa law.
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Stennis says 100,000 U.S. troops needed in Vietnam for years
Senate Armed Services chair John C. Stennis told hearings a minimum of 100,000 troops must stay in Vietnam for several years. The Armed Services Committee approved a $21.1 billion military procurement bill, cutting $1.1 billion from Nixon requests and trimming ABM funding and sites. Stennis’ figure exceeds Defense Secretary Laird’s prior estimate for next year.
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Andromeda Strain proves faithful book to film
At the movies, The Andromeda Strain adapts Michael Crichton’s bestseller with precise fidelity, delivering a lean intelligent science fiction thriller. Cast includes Arthur Hill, David Wayne, James Olson, and Kate Reid in a tense, literate story.
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South Vietnamese court bars Ky from presidential race
The South Vietnamese Supreme Court ruled Vice President Nguyen Cao Ky ineligible for the Oct 3 election. The decision leaves President Nguyen Van Thieu and Gen. Duong Van Minh as the likely ballot options, with Ky able to appeal by Aug 20. Thieu’s ticket includes Tran Van Huong and Tran Thien Khiem, while Minh’s slate lists Ho Van Minh and Hong Son Dong. Ky submitted petitions short of the required signatures.
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Foreign News Commentary on U S turn toward China
UPI analysis discusses the shift in U S stance toward Red China and the concept of recognizing political realities. Secretary Rogers supports UN representation for both PRC and Taiwan, while Premier Chou En Lai demands sole legitimacy for Peking and rejection of the two China theory, signaling tough concessions ahead.
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Israel Kept Hardline on Suez Canal Reopening
JERUSALEM via UPI Israel refused to soften its terms for reopening the Suez Canal during talks with Assistant Secretary of State Joseph Sisco. Prime Minister Golda Meir stood by guarantees of an unlimited ceasefire and no Egyptian troop movements if Israel agrees to canal reopening and partial troop withdrawal. Egypt rejected these terms, as Sisco's talks with Meir and advisers continued toward a partial Middle East settlement. Eban called the sessions part of ongoing discussions, with Washington aiming for an interim peace.
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