Japanese Officials Defend U S Action To Recapture Mayaguez
Senior Japanese officials said the United States action to recover the Mayaguez from Cambodian forces was justified to rescue Americans and prevent piracy. They noted a lack of time for Thai concerns and urged consultation under the U S Japan treaty, while critics at home labeled it imperialism and violation of law.
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Western Europe Reacts to Mayaguez Rescue
Western Europe largely approves the Mayaguez rescue though some critics accuse Ford of overreacting and warn against gunboat politics. Editors in France decry the move while many interviewees praise Washington showing it can act, despite Indochina defeats.
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A mixed question set asks for animal type ferret, capital of Colombia, rink length, long term weather elements, newborn weight trend, origin of Tony theater award, nautical moonraker meaning, Copper and Bronze Ages timing, 20 percent of 95, and Jacksonville area code. The passage then quotes reactions to a U S rescue operation and international responses with varied commentary.
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Lebanese Premier Resigns After Blaming Phalangist Clash
Beirut Lebanon premier Rashid al Solh resigns blaming the right wing Phalangist party for last month’s bloody clashes with Palestinian guerrillas. He calls for Moslems to have equal military role and citizenship for long time residents.
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Ramos Charged With Bribe Over Tax Reduction
An investigative commission in Honduras alleges former Economy Minister Abraham Bennaton Ramos received a $1.2 million bribe from United Brands to lower the banana export tax. Ramos denies receiving funds and suggests payment could be to another using his name.
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