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South African troops enter Lesotho to quell riots
South African forces moved into Maseru at dawn to quell weeks of unrest and defend bases and the royal palace. Heavy fighting left at least three South African soldiers dead and 11 wounded, as rebels attacked with helicopters, mortars, and armored vehicles. Barracks near the airport saw a heavy firefight while civilians and Americans in Maseru were advised to shelter.
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Aseru
Pretoria
Lesotho
Maryland
Pakalitha Mosisili
Mangosuthu Buthelezi
South Africa
Maseru
U.S
Katherine Peterson
Associated Press