United States and Israel sign military cooperation pact
Israel and the United States formalized a memorandum of understanding to guide military cooperation aimed at countering the Soviet threat beyond the Middle East. Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger and Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon announced the private signing after a five hour meeting, stressing the pact is not directed at regional states or alliances. A six article, four page document creates a Coordinating Council and Joint Working Group to oversee implementation.
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Israel United States move to boost military cooperation
A public memorandum outlines a flexible Israel U S military partnership aimed at joint air and naval exercises in the eastern Mediterranean. It envisions maintenance access, pre positioning of equipment, and planning working groups without requiring congressional approval. The agreement targets shielding the region from Soviet influence amid Saudi relations concerns.
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Byrd Announces Retirement Ending Long Senate Dynasty
UPI reports Senator Harry F. Byrd Jr of Virginia will not seek re-election next year ending a 48 year political dynasty. Byrd, 66, entered the Senate in 1965 after his father’s death, later running as an independent and now citing 18 years in office as long enough. His son Tom Byrd is a Republican publisher in Winchester and not seeking to succeed him at this time. Harry Byrd Sr. helped shape the Senate Finance Committee and was a revered figure alongside George and Russell.
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Senate debates Casey CIA disqualification report drafts
The Senate Intelligence Committee debated rival drafts on whether William Casey's business dealings disqualify him from the CIA and postponed a decision for 24 hours. Acting chair Moynihan and member Chafee said drafts are being reviewed line by line and expect a unanimous final report, with a likely vote and possible release on Tuesday. Casey, 68, is a millionaire businessman and lawyer and Reagan's 1980 campaign manager.
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ABC News buys stake in UPITN news service
ABC News purchased a minority interest in UPITN, joining ITN of London and United Press International in ownership. David Nicholas of ITN and Roone Arledge of ABC News and Sports announced the partnership, expanding a jointly operated global television news service.
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