White House wary on non-belligerency demand in Beirut hostage case
Washington cautions on Shiite insistence for guarantees before any release of the seven TWA 847 hostages from Lebanon. Reagan aides express hope the Damascus leg may begin, stressing no concessions and no negotiations with terrorists. Officials note uncertainty over exact hostage count and Syrian involvement, with fears of delays and new conditions from Amal militia.
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Israel not involved in deal to free 39 American hostages
A government official in Jerusalem said Israel is not part of any deal to release the 39 American hostages and has no plan for an imminent release of Lebanese prisoners. He noted a cabinet vote would be required for any large release, and that Damascus could have acted earlier.
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Palmer says deadlock break near as hostages held in Lebanon
Former hostage Jimmy Dell Palmer arrives in Arkansas amid hope of a swift end to the 39 Americans held from TWA Flight 847. He notes the crisis has lingered and describes a hopeful mood among relatives and officials. Reagan meets with relatives in Illinois and Chicago suburbs as more hostages gain contact with families.
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