Reagan ties MX to arms talks in Geneva push
President Reagan links the MX missile debate to upcoming U S Soviet negotiations in Geneva aiming to rally lawmakers. Supporters say MX strengthens talks while opponents question its relevance amid Star Wars focus, with pivotal votes in Senate and House looming around March.
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Simon plans cut of Star Wars budget in next year
Senator Paul Simon said he will likely back legislation to trim about one billion dollars from the 3.7 billion proposed for the Star Wars space weapons program next year. He spoke in Chicago to about 200 peace activists and urged peacemaking gestures toward the Soviet Union.
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Beirut bomb victims buried after deadly Ghobeir blast
Mourning families and protesters gathered as victims of Friday’s Ghobeir car bombing were laid to rest in a mass grave. The attack killed 75 and wounded at least 250, with demonstrators shouting anti American and anti Israel slogans. No group claimed responsibility. Israeli officials denied involvement. Black banners read Made in USA and Down with Israel.
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Iran and Iraq trade air actions amid border conflict
Iran and Iraq exchanged heavy air and ground strikes on the sixth day of border fighting. Iran claimed downing a jet and attacking Iraqi towns while Iraq did not confirm. Iran said missiles hit Dezful and Khoramabad with many casualties. Iran’s report described strikes on Khanagin and installations near Baghdad, while casualties rose on both sides and NATO head Sir Patrick Hine faced a security incident.
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British vehicle shot at on German autobahn near Moers
A passing car fired three shots at a British military vehicle on the A-57 West German autobahn near Moers around noon. The diplomat said the car sped away. the vehicle was not hit and no one was injured. The attack followed recent bombings in four West German cities, with left wing groups suspected of responsibility for three blasts.
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Gangs plague Joliet Prison amid aging facilities
Gangs operate openly near guards at Joliet in a system stretched by aging buildings. Critics cite 1890s cell blocks, while U S District Judge Leighton notes widespread gang activity and a class action over inmate intimidation. Corrections Director Lane vows limits but warns gangs predate reforms.
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Moderate earthquake shakes central Alaska near Fairbanks
A 6.3 magnitude quake struck about 110 miles northwest of Fairbanks early Saturday, felt in Fairbanks and Bettles with slight damage reported by the USGS. State troopers reported no injuries, and authorities noted no damage from a Feb 14 quake in the same area.
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