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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1966
Page
16
United States officials stated no information indicated a willingness to enter peace talks as the scene in Saigon and Hanoi grew tense. Reports described bombing threats, air strikes, and rising Civil unrest including Catholic demonstrations and antiwar actions in Portsmouth.
Vice President Humphrey warned that the United States could evaporate and abandon South Vietnam if it pulled out, urging continued American support and denouncing moves toward national elections that could empower communist forces. He pressed for a firm stance in preventing a communist takeover and criticized opponents advocating withdrawal.
Demonstrators at an international car show in Barcelona threw tomatoes and eggs at Prince San Carlos and shouted against the monarchy. Reports say the incident reflected growing opposition to the Franco regime and the prospect of a restoration of the monarchy with Alfonso XII’s line. Prince San Carlos, 28, rumored to be groomed for succession, is married to Princess Sophie of Greece.
A Rhodesia special report says a minority in the Cabinet backs a republic while a majority led by Mr Smith fears more trouble. The pro republic faction seeks closer ties with South Africa and independence, risking disapproval from Commonwealth white members. Observers note the regime feels pressure as British tempo grows. The white minority regime weighs options before summer’s end amid embargo pressures.
Istanbul police chief Hadyar Orkin says there are 0,000 professional thieves and only 3,900 police, explaining the difficulty in curbing robberies. The remark underscores manpower gaps amid rising crime in the city.
Moscow reports Tass will issue a revised Great Soviet Encyclopedia from 1969 over five years. The new edition aims to emphasize contemporary developments and downplay harsh judgments of leaders like Stalin while limiting critical tone.
In Dublin a disputed call to end violence emerges as sources note the outlawed Republican Army officially endorses a campaign against violence yet reiterates a decision not to engage in action within county boundaries. The report mentions a monument at Dublin 13 foot Neem with unclear context.
Reports from Budapest and London claim the Soviet Union may unveil a new long range rocket system and anti aircraft defense formations during the May Day parade. Analysts cite speculation over a ground based nuclear test and claims of an anti missile capability as part of Moscow’s latest military display.
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