Iran crisis and US hostage fate amid Khomeini’s strain
A columnist argues Iran’s internal divisions threaten the captivity of 50 Americans, predicting more turmoil and possible US military action to remove Ayatollah Khomeini. The piece also warns about catalytic converters posing fire risks in cars, noting the higher costs and insurance issues.
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Iran War Propaganda and Russian Influence Debate
CAPTAIN P H DAVIS JR argues Americans misread Iran and blame people while Russians pursue warm-water ports. He cites Truman 1946 on a pincers strategy, notes Shah modernization, and warns of propaganda, anti-US actions, and domestic distractions amid Tehran events and Chilean tensions.
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Tehran
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Iran
Harry Truman
Harry
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What To Do What To Do Washington on Iran crisis
President Carter faces choices as Ayatollah Khomeini’s fragile grip on power risks a shift to a leftist or Soviet backed regime. A fall could fracture Iran into small, Moscow influenced states threatening oil exports and Saudi stability, risking a severe U.S. petroleum crisis. Moscow signals anti-American support while moderates struggle to organize amid militant factions.
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Kremlin
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Mecca Mosque Seizure Mirrors Turbulent Muslim World
In the rush of events engulfing the Islamic world the Mecca Grand Mosque seizure stands out as an outrageous act by a small extremist group. The piece traces Saudi Arabia's emergence as a modern nation forged by Abdel Aziz ibn Saud through early 20th century desert wars and conquest of Hejaz, Mecca and Medina.
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Red Sea
Medina
Ibn Saud
Rise and fall of Saudi power and modernizing strain
The piece surveys Saudi Arabia post unification under Ibn Saud, noting Wahhabi militants crushed in 1929 and the royal family’s shift toward worldly wealth. It highlights tensions from modernization, education, foreign workers, and religious drift, ending with remarks on the Grand Mosque seizure by ultra orthodox elements claiming a messianic authority.
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Jordan
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Hussein
Mideast
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Saudi Arabia
Supreme Court Sweepstakes Names Carter Kennedy Picks
A preview of likely nominees for the high court from President Carter and Senator Kennedy. Possible contenders include Lloyd Cutler Shirley Hufstedler Griffin Bell Wade McKee Leon Higginsbotham Ruth Bader Ginsburg Patricia Harris Amalya Kearse Damon Keith Robert Bork Carla Hills Gerald Gunther Cornelia Kennedy with age, background, and ideological notes.
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Kennedy
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