Israeli raid frees Entebbe hostages in Uganda rescue
Israeli commando force rescued all hostages held by pro Palestinian guerillas at Entebbe Airport Uganda. Command said the Air France crew and others were extricated and flown to Nairobi then Tel Aviv. Kenyan soldiers cordoned the Israeli plane but the operation was declared over with Palestinians eliminated.
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Entebbe Rescue Ends Hijack After Uganda Raid
Israeli commandos freed more than 250 hostages seized on an Air France flight from Tel Aviv to Athens. The 46 minute operation at Entebbe airport in Uganda ended a weeklong hijack. President Amin faced accusations of aiding the attackers amid reports of Ugandan involvement.
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Late News Cairo Sudan and Libya water dispute update
A late Reuters item from Cairo notes Sudan requests involving Libyan authorities over water resources. The report references regional security and weather disruptions affecting or delaying official actions. Page 4.
ACTU calls nationwide 24 hour Medibank stoppage
The ACTU in Sydney votes unanimously for a 24 hour nationwide stoppage from midnight next Sunday to protest the Federal Government's refusal to alter Medibank. Endorsement hinges on a Federal unions conference in Sydney starting tomorrow. The ACTU umbrella covers about 2 million of 5.8 million Australian workers.
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Diary of Events Leading to Entebbe Hostage Rescue
AAP Reuters diary outlines the Entebbe hijacking saga from June 27 to July 4. Pro Palestinian hijackers seize an Air France Airbus from Tel Aviv to Paris, divert to Benghazi then Entebbe, with 12 crew and 25 passengers. Ugandan President Amin and negotiators broker terms, including prisoner releases, while the hijackers extend deadlines. On July 4 Israeli commandos raid Entebbe, freeing all hostages and landing in Tel Aviv.
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Amin accuses Israel after Entebbe raid in interview
Ugandan President Amin told Man Friday that Israel acted out of ingratitude after a daring rescue at Entebbe. He said some Ugandan soldiers died from bullets fired by Israeli forces and ordered his troops not to fire at the rescue aircraft. The foreign minister announced Entebbe Airport was totally destroyed amid OAU summit walkouts.
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Australian ski season opens with heavy falls in 1976
Great snow blanket hits the Australian Alps with Guthega logging about 30 cm, Perisher 13 cm, and Thredbo Village showing solid early coverage. Snow continued Sunday afternoon though high winds closed the Basin T bar and some mountain roads remained shut, leaving accommodation available at most resorts.
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Minister reshuffle as Greenwood ill in Melbourne
Senator Greenwood remains hospitalized in Melbourne after a ministerial replacement in Western Australia. Senator Durack named Minister for Repatriation by Prime Minister Fraser. Senator Guilfoyle replaces Crivenwood in Social Security. Former Repatriation Minister Newman acts as Environment Housing and Community Development minister. Greenwood’s absence triggers portfolio shift. PMID Contr a Times report Saturday.
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Hawke outlines exemptions during 24 hour stoppage plan
At a press conference after the executive meeting Mr Hawke said exemptions from the stoppage would be set by State trades and labour councils to protect health and public safety. He stressed the union leadership had explored negotiation but faced a door slammed in negotiations and urged action. He urged support for continuing campaign against Medibank while noting broad union backing would likely prevail.
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Government rejects Medibank talks after 24hour strike
Prime Minister Fraser denounces ACTU action as not in national interest and refuses to reopen negotiations with the trade union movement over Medibank. He asserts there is one government and warns against confrontation and threats.
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Hawke signals readiness to talk on Medibank reform
Mr Hawke says he and the ACTU are prepared to talk again if Mr Fraser or Health Minister Hunt approach them. He argues the government has moved beyond equity and efficiency. ACTU proposals sought lower levies and removal of the ceiling. Cabinet quickly rejected the ACTU plan, while talks focused on Medibank, wages, and unemployment ahead of a unions conference.
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Olympic team held at Melbourne airport before Montreal trip
The Australian Olympic team was delayed about 74 minutes at Tullamarine Airport Melbourne yesterday afternoon before departing for Montreal for the Olympic Games. In Montreal the two Chinas controversy looms over the Olympics beginning July 17, reports Back Page.
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Fraser to Visit Indonesia This Year
Prime Minister Mr Fraser announced last night he would travel to Indonesia likely in October for talks with President Suharto. The notice also lists ongoing Lebanon fighting and education, privacy, broadcasting, and local league sports items across Canberra.
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