Two Americans Face Cuba Firing Squad Trial Verdict Pending
In Havana a military tribunal concluded an 18 hour trial of two American suspects and 37 Cubans accused of plotting to overthrow Fidel Castro. Verdict not until Wednesday. Prosecution seeks firing squads for Frank Austin Young and Bernando Bertot with prison terms for others. Del Pino trial opens next with six death sentences sought.
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Khrushchev Blames Hungarian Leaders for 1956 Revolt
Soviet Premier Khrushchev blasted former Hungarian Stalinists led by Rakosi for the 1956 uprising and warned imperialist hopes for Hungary’s collapse have failed. He urged restraint and supported a later East West summit while pressing for German peace and an end to West Berlin occupation.
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Antarctic Atom Ban Adopted
The United States Russia and 10 other nations signed a treaty to ban weapons testing and nuclear explosions in Antarctica. The 14 article pact allows UN member and possibly China by unanimity and sets up observer rights and free scientific data exchange while pausing territorial claims.
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U.N Algeria Debate Intensifies Amid Cease Fire Push
Afro-Asian bloc drafts a resolution seeking Latin American support to advance in the General Assembly while Algeria calls for a cease-fire amid escalating clashes. France continues to boycott the debate as casualties mount. Tunisian diplomat opened the session noting the war's heavy toll.
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China warns US after alleged naval intrusion
Communist China issued its 75th warning to the United States claiming an American warship violated Chinese territorial waters this morning, prompting Beijing to protest the incident and demand restraint.
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US Panamanian Troops Withdrawn From Canal Zone Border
The United States and Panama have pulled troops from the Canal Zone border in a move seen as easing anti American sentiment. Officials report a calmer mood in Panama City as both sides show restraint and cooperation.
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Egypt to receive World Bank loan to enlarge Suez Canal
Cairo newspapers report the World Bank has agreed to lend Egypt about 56 million dollars to expand and deepen the Suez Canal, aiming to boost navigation capacity and regional trade.
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