Soviets lose private eye in outer space
U S authorities report Cosmos 844, a new Soviet reconnaissance satellite, disintegrated after launch. The loss temporarily limits Russia’s orbital imagery while the two man Salyut station continues to provide military camera data. Officials note another photoreconnaissance satellite is expected to be launched to resume spying.
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Israeli raid at Entebbe hailed by Gov Noel
Providence AP reports Gov. Philip W. Noel praised the July 3 Israeli commando raid at Entebbe airport that freed 104 hostages. He told about 200 at a Statehouse rally that the operation sent a global message against terrorism and urged international cooperation to deny terrorists sanctuaries.
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Andreotti likely forms minority government with Communist support
Premier designate Giulio Andreotti appears to pursue a minority Christian Democratic cabinet dependent on the Communist Party for survival after two weeks of failed coalition talks with the Socialists and smaller non Communist parties. Zaccagnini urged abstention to allow a confidence vote, signaling a difficult realignment as Italy faces vast deficits and tax evasion costs.
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Peace talks falter as Beirut violence surges
In Beirut and southern Lebanon fierce fighting continued despite reports of a tentative peace accord mediated by Syria and the Soviet Union. Hospitals reported 68 killed and 89 wounded since Tuesday night amid street battles and rocket duels. Arafat's guerrillas and Christian forces clashed while mass grave allegations and Tal Zaatar shelter rescues were reported.
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