Allies seek clemency for Bhutto as execution nears
In Islamabad Bhutto allies defy his wishes and beg President Zia to spare his life. Abdul Hafeez Pirzada, Bhutto’s ally and attorney, delivered a clemency petition seven hours before the deadline, citing Bhutto’s heartache for Pakistan. The party defends action after three days of meetings and Bhutto’s explicit orders against mercy pleas.
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Security on British leaders tightened amid Neave killing
UK government ordered nationwide tightening of protection for political leaders after Airey Neave, 63, a Conservative ally of Margaret Thatcher, was killed by a two stage bomb. Scotland Yard urged tourists and Londoners with cameras near the House of Commons to hand in film for review. Police warned the attack could trigger a broader terrorist campaign ahead of the May general election.
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