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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1967
Page
3
The report tallies Jewish losses at 3,242 with Arab casualties reportedly heavier. UPI recounts Sinai battles, Mitla Pass wreckage, and armored clashes. Israeli advances near the Suez Canal and Sharm el Sheikh, plus Lebanese and Syrian fronts, amid cease fire disputes and regional upheaval.
UPI reports UN commander Col Brar stating Indian troops with UNEF fought for neutrality during the Gaza conflict and suffered casualties on a supply run. Separate coverage notes Egypt’s Fawzi named commander in chief, US and Britain deny air support claims, and postwar unrest across the Arab world as diplomats seek peace talks in Luxembourg.
Pope Paul VI expressed sorrow over suffering and wreckage in the Middle East and thanked God that guns were silent. He spoke at his Sunday blessing in St. Peter's Square, noting peace has not yet been achieved and reiterated concern over Arab-Israeli tensions.
Ambassador Avra Harman told Issues and Answers that Arab forces initiated aggression by sending planes and armored columns toward Israel and shelling troops in the Gaza Strip. He said radar detected Egyptian aircraft, and an Egyptian armored unit was en route to sever the south, prompting Israel to defend itself.
More than 1,000 Americans fled hostile capitals by road ship and plane to safer havens in Greece and the United States. Evacuees, mainly women and children, rested in tents at the U S Embassy compound in Tehran and in local homes. Aircraft from McDill and Mildenhall carried 350 evacuees from Amman with 200 more expected from Iraq. Reports also noted 450 Americans leaving Alexandria for Piraeus by ship.
United Nations debate centered on alleged Israeli tank movements into Syria. Secretary General and Moshe Sasson denied any breach, while Tomen labeled the action further military penetration. Western observers expected Moscow to press for Israel’s withdrawal and warned of heightened Cold War tension at the UN.
Dayan rejects returning Gaza to Egypt or western Jordan, proposing an arrangement that grants Arab autonomy in the western sector while preserving a Jewish state. He argues Israel can keep Sinai with a small force if needed and remains optimistic about negotiating from a stronger position with broad Arab opposition united against Israel. He seeks security guarantees with international aid, especially from the United States, and sees the Gaza issue as more a problem than a gift.
Two young men robbed the Tip Top Market at 2271 Fairview Ave Costa Mesa around 9 p.m. Sunday escaping on foot with 388 dollars. Police report no vehicle seen or heard leaving the scene.
London sources say a nine point Middle East peace plan is forming as Egyptian President Nasser returns to Cairo. The outline calls for Arab recognition of Israel, free Israeli shipping through key waterways, territorial adjustments restoring lands seized in the six day war, an open Jerusalem, and UN presence along borders.
Newsweek reports Moshe Dayan, chosen defense minister, clashed with Prime Minister Levi Eshkol over his appointment. Dayan says the people wanted him and cautions a new Israel may not emerge. The issue also questions whether the Liberty attack was accidental and notes French arms aiding Israel. President Johnson allegedly reacted strongly to a neutral State Department briefing.
The research ship Liberty attacked by Israeli forces limped toward Malta at 10 knots with a nine degree starboard list. Twenty two crew remained trapped in sealed compartments, nine bodies were airlifted to the USS America for transfer to Naples, and 75 crewmen were wounded.
State Department summary says Dean Rusk will explain Ameri ca nonbelligerent status but concern over Israel. Newsweek interview cites Dayan saying two war surprises: Arab attack likely, Algeria sending MIGs, and Jordan King Hussein placing troops under Egyptian command.
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