Schlesinger says U.S. could sustain Israel in a new war
Defense Secretary James R. Schlesinger told the Economic Club of New York that American arms production is rising and the United States could supply Israel in a fifth Middle East conflict. He cautioned the balance of power with the Soviet Union could shift by decade’s end and warned about Europe’s defense vulnerabilities if the Atlantic alliance does not strengthen.
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U.S. to Sell Israel 200 Nuclear Type Missiles
The administration informed Congress it will sell Israel about 200 Lance short range missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads. This marks the first sale of advanced ballistic missiles to the Middle East. The Lance has a 70 mile range and is dual capable.
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Kissinger Signals Include Russia in Mideast Talks
Kissinger told the Senate panel that after the current Israeli Egyptian talks the Soviet Union should join the next phase of Middle East diplomacy. He aims to secure a second stage Sinai accord and plans a return visit in February for further talks with Israel and Arab states. Sisco called the Washington talks useful and noted progress toward a framework for the next negotiating stage.
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