Brezhnev and Carter Arrive in Vienna for Summit
Soviet President Leonid Brezhnev and President Carter arrived in Vienna for their first summit, aiming to push SALT II, seek broader cooperation, and discuss arms limits, trade prospects, visa ease for journalists, and dissident policies. The meeting follows years of negotiations and an expected signings on Monday.
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Iranians face uncertain future as revolution reshapes travel
Thousands of Iranians return home to join Ayatollah Khomeini’s movement while thousands seek safety abroad. Iran Air ferried 8151 from abroad to Tehran in two weeks, yet took 9376 out. Passport demand jumped 66 percent as offices overflow with applicants. Some travelers vow service to the new regime, others fear an Islamic republic and plan to move to Europe or the United States.
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Malaysia to Ship Out Vietnamese Refugees Amid Shoot on Sight Threat
Malaysia plans to expel about 76,000 Vietnamese boat people by sea in stages and enact a law allowing shoot on sight for anyone entering Malaysian waters. Deputy PM Mahathir Mohamad says harsher steps respond to Western nations not accepting more refugees. A joint effort with Thailand and Indonesia will patrol the South China Sea to curb arrivals.
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Guard pounds Managua slums as Somoza claims rebels clear
President Anastasio Somoza says Nicaragua's national guard is clearing Sandinista rebels from Managua's fringe slums and blocking reinforcements into the capital. Air force bombs and strafes barrios while jets and gunships strike guerrillas in Leon, the government says. Somoza says retaking Leon will wait until Managua is secured.
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Vietnam and China clash over border attacks and incursions
Vietnam accused China of artillery fire on border factories in Quang Ninh and Ha Tuyen, shelling deaths, air sorties, and spy probes since late May. Radio Hanoi framed Beijing as pursuing a hostile policy to create tension and undermine fraternal ties.
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Judge limits Texas court air 74 degrees for summer
U S District Judge Joe Fisher countermanded the 80 degree federal building thermostat order saying courts cannot operate under great discomfort and would adjourn for the summer if kept at 80 degrees The Eastern District of Texas max setting is 74 degrees in Beaumont Texas
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