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Chronology of Terrorism–1985 and 1986|
terror
Below are described noteworthy foreign and international events involving
or the use of terrorist tactics, which have occurred or come to light since our last issue. In some cases, the perpetrators and their motivations may not be known. Events and developments that have already been described elsewhere in this publication are not included. (b)(3)
18 December 1985
New Caledonia: Bomb destroys vehicle of European member of Kanak Independence Movement. The explosion occurred near the building housing the Australian Consulate General, and the building was aun conted. There was no damage and no one has claimed responsibility. [
(b)(3)
January 1986
Sweden: Authorities arrest PLO member employed by PLO office in Stockholm. He reportedly was suspected of planning unspecified te
te (b)(3)acts
in Sweden, and the prosecutor recommended that he be expelled.
1 January
South Africa: Mutilated bodies of two policemen found near Moutse. They had been investigating an arson case that followed clashes between supporters and
(b)(3) opponents of the district's incorporation into the Kwandebelc homeland.
3 January
Iraq: UnsuccessfUL assassination attempt against President Saddam Husayn in Baghdad. An explosive-laden truck was discovered parked alomiti route of Husayn's motorcade, and his itinerary was changed.
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15 January
Italy: Several gunmen wound director of Arab-language radio station in Rome. The victim stated that he had received several threats because of his support for Libyan arin kajian dissidents. He believes the Libyan Government was behind the
F(b)(3) attack
17 January
Angola: Car bomb explodes outside Invernosol Building in Luanda, damaging several Cuban offices. The Na/b)(3)Jnion for the Total Independence of Angola has claimed responsibility. |
India: Police defuse parcel bomb left in New Delhi house. The 4.5-kg bomb was
fitted with a timer and remote control detonator. Police suspect Sikh extremists. (b)(3)
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Secret DI TR 86-005 April 1986
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