Thatcher signals shift in Western policy toward Soviets
Prime Minister Thatcher says Reagan’s speech marks an important change and that Britain will seek broader Soviet contacts to reduce nuclear weapons. She plans a third term, aims welfare reform, and questions the Grenada invasion, arguing force should not be used without overwhelming cause. She stresses sustained dialogue to lower armament costs and restart disarmament talks gradually.
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Lebanese president palace shelled during four hour attack
Syrian backed Druse insurgents and Lebanese army fought a four hour artillery battle in Beirut injuring two soldiers and prompting mass evacuations. President Amin Gemayel remained inside his hilltop villa as shells struck near the east wing during a tense day with U.S. Marines and multinational forces nearby.
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Rebels Hit El Salvador Power Station Blacking Eastern Regions
Leftist guerrillas attacked a power station with bazookas and bombs, causing a blackout across most of Cabanas Cuscatlan and northern San Vicente provinces. Four national guardsmen were killed, two wounded, as army forces fought near San Agustin and Usulutan. One civil defenseman died in Santo Domingo after rebels briefly held the town.
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Accused killer’s wake draws 600 in cold Fort Wayne
In Fort Wayne Indiana Calvin D Perry III 18 faced murder charges for beating and killing Dan Osborne 35 his wife Jane 34 and son Ben 11 and other crimes He reportedly hanged himself in his jail cell after confessing Friends neighbors and family attended a wake at True Love Baptist Church despite doubts about the official account of his death and the motives raised by some in the black community
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Air Vermont grounded over maintenance safety concerns
The FAA found substantial questions about Air Vermont's ability to operate safely and the airline voluntarily halted flights after Friday night. Secretary Dole stressed safety and promised prompt action if standards are violated. Air Illinois had similarly grounded its fleet in December after an October crash.
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