Sadat and Begin Cite Progress Yet Split on Palestinian State
At a Cairo press conference President Sadat and Prime Minister Begin said withdrawal from occupied Arab lands may progress, but the Palestinian issue remains unresolved. They agreed to raise talks to ministerial level and form military and political committees to report decisions to the plenary.
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Israel open to West Bank talks after peace
Israel would discuss West Bank sovereignty after a broader Middle East agreement. The plan outlines 26 points on the West Bank and Gaza autonomy, with security border along the Jordan River, a 20 year autonomous rule, a tripartite committee, and continued Israeli settlement rights in Judea and Samaria. Israel also supports a five year Sinai withdrawal contingent on Egypt-Israel diplomatic and economic ties.
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Carter predicts crucial day for Middle East peace
President Carter spoke by phone from Plains Georgia with Anwar Sadat and Menachem Begin to wish them success on what he called a crucial day for peace in the Middle East. He said a meeting with Syria's Assad is possible later during his upcoming trip, noting Syria’s concern over the Israeli Golan Heights and that most issues could proceed without direct Syrian participation. Syria had denounced the Sadat Begin initiative.
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Palestinians march in Beirut over desert peace talks
About 3,000 Palestinians marched through Beirut protesting Egypt and Israel peace talks. Demonstrators from the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine rallied at the sports stadium with chants and speeches denouncing President Sadat. A large Syrian troop contingent from the Arab Deterrent Force stood along routes with no incidents reported.
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Kuwait rejects Begin plan for Arab-Israeli settlement
Kuwait, via Minister Hussein, rejected the Israeli Prime Minister’s settlement proposals as reported by AFP. He spoke after a Cabinet meeting reviewing Middle East developments, reiterating Kuwait’s Rabat stance that the Palestine Liberation Organisation remains the sole legitimate Palestinian representative.
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Sequel to Christmas Day Riot at Long Bay Jail
About 200 Long Bay warders moved to press for Bathurst Jail reopening and threatened statewide industrial action if the maximum security facility remains closed after riots. They banned receptions, called for a search for weapons, and urged use of Bathurst wings until a new jail is built. The riot began Sunday with 150 prisoners, following a clinic theft and moonshine drinking, injuring three warders and a prisoner.
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Chipp unlikely to gain staff before Senate July
The Leader of the Australian Democrats Mr Chipp is unlikely to receive office or staff at government expense until he takes his place in the Senate in July. The Canberra Times notes this in its open section competition details.
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Road toll climbs across Australia during holiday period
The Sydney report states 42 people have died on Australian roads so far over the Christmas holidays. Victoria leads with 16 deaths, followed by Queensland 13, NSW 12, and ACT 1. Three states Tasmanian, South Australia and Western Australia report no deaths. Northern Territory also reports none. NSW toll includes Archibald Betts, 60, of Moss Vale, killed near a trailer, and a 27-year-old Victorian victim in Moss Vale. NSW total for the year rises to 1,239. Melbourne notes 939 road deaths to last night. ACT toll stands at 30 after adjustments. Boxing Day figures referenced from 1976 comparison.
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Fire destroys seven metre fishing boat at Narooma Marina
A seven metre fishing boat burned at Narooma Marina after an explosion around 2am. A police launch and another vessel on each side were damaged. Detectives from Bega ruled an electrical fault started the fire that ignited the fuel. Total damage about 30000 dollars. Owner Mr George Bunny of Narooma unharmed.
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