Ambassadors Reveal Talks With Hostage Seizure Leader
Three Moslem ambassadors who helped end the siege of Washington buildings recall considering paying the terrorist leader to release hostages. They report Khaalis rejected flying out of the country and said he would die an American. They built trust by reading the Koran and persuading him to surrender.
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Pakistan
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Ardeshir Zahedi
Iran
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Siege of Washington a tale of religion and revenge
The Hanafi siege aftermath centers on a Washington enclave where Hanafi followers including Khaalis sought revenge for 1973 killings of seven family members. Ambassadors urged mercy while negotiators faced threats and religious rhetoric, detailing beliefs and the violent outcome.
Lions Attack Kenyan Family in Mandera Frontier
In Garsel Mandera northern Kenya a man eating lions killed three members of a family. A 25 year old woman and her two brothers were grazing cattle when attacked. Armed police hunt the lions 250 miles from Nairobi.
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Mandera
Phone 454-4511 recorder to respond to needs
A brief notice invites callers to report needs by phone number 454-4511 without providing a name. The message emphasizes prayer and divine intervention and asks callers to await guidance from the Hand of God.
Islamic Mercy Emphasized In Koran Sayings Amid Crisis
New York AP notes that while the Koran contains passages on retribution, Islamic law stresses fairness mercy and compassion. Dr. Jeneatte Wakin of Columbia University cites patience and forgiveness as central themes. The Hanafi group led by Haamas Abdul Khaalis is blamed for the 1977 Washington DC siege but is said to not represent mainstream Hanafi law.
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American premier part two of Mohammad film at Rivoli
At Times Square Rivoli Theater security was heavy for the American premier of Mohammad Messenger of God. The three hour epic resumed after last week’s halt following threats and violence in Washington. A young woman feared possible further violence in New York.
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Associated Press
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Rivoli Theater
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Messenger of God
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Rivoli
Washington
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