U S Moves to Remove Final Advisers From Quemoy Matsu
The United States is withdrawing the last military advisers from Quemoy and Matsu as part of a worldwide staff reduction tied to the Shanghai communique from Nixon's visit. Five or six advisers remain. removal aligns with broader moves toward normalizing relations with Peking and reducing Far East military activity.
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Fierce Fighting in Beirut Camps Triggers Blackout
Leftist forces trapped in Tal Zaatar and Jisr Al Pasha camps beat back a Christian assault as citywide shelling and rocket fire cause a total power blackout. Over 100 dead and 225 wounded in 24 hours. 1,000 shells hit Tal Zaatar. Airport opens to traffic amid ongoing clashes.
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U S veto of Angola application sparks UN debate
The United States vetoed Angola’s bid for UN membership in a 13 to 1 Security Council vote with China not participating. U S Ambassador Sherer cited Cuban troop presence as justification, while Ford allegedly vetoed to preempt Reagan political advantage.
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