TERRORISM REVIEW

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Terrorism
4 August 1983
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4 August 1983
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Director, Instability and Insurgency Center, Office of Global Issues,25X1
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1 Perspective-Terrorists Don't Need High Technology To Produce Major
Consequences 25X1
(OGI)
Peru: Possible Changes
in Terrorist Tactics
(ALA)
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Perspective Terrorists Don't Need High Technology To Produce Major Consequences
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In our last issue, our perspective dealt with the terrorist threat to nuclear weapons
storage sites in Western Europe. This sort of "high-technology, high-consequence"
threat gets intense consideration precisely because of the possibility of catastrophic
consequences-even though no such incident has ever taken place. Major conse-
quences, however, if not catastrophic ones, can also be produced with very ordinary
technology.
The threat of catastrophic terrorism has been well studied. Robert K. Mullen, for
example, in his 1978 monograph "Mass Destruction and Terrorism,"' pointed out
that whereas killing large numbers of people used to be labor intensive, current
technology in the form of nuclear devices and toxic chemical and biological agents
has, theoretically at least, given small groups and even individuals the capability to
inflict massive destruction.
Mullen, along with many others who have examined this issue, concluded,
however, that the probability that terrorists would cause massive destruction was
very low. Following is a typical chain of reasoning:
? Among all terrorists, only a very few-if any-would be capable of overcoming
the physical and technical obstacles hindering them from using a high-
technology mechanism to try to wreak mass destruction.
? Among those few capable terrorists, only a small portion-if any-would
actually want to evoke catastropic destruction, which they would commonly view
as counterproductive, if not immoral.
? Owing to technical difficulties, most attempts to cause massive casualties using
ultrasophisticated means would probably succeed only in part, resulting in
merely major consequences-and terrorists smart enough to employ such
mechanisms would realize this in advance.
? The technology needed to produce major consequences is neither sophisticated,
by today's standards, nor difficult to obtain, and terrorists would generally settle
for it in preference to mounting a probably futile effort to obtain higher
technology that would probably not produce any more damage.
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The fact that terrorists seldom produce the maximum amount of damage possible
using ordinary technology, however, suggests that most of them do not want to
produce even major consequences, much less catastrophic ones. The data in our
File of International Terrorist Events (FITE) tend to support this conclusion.
Following are the 10 most lethal terrorist events recorded during the last 15 years:'
161
Aug 78
Lebanon
Bomb destroys Beirut apartment house.
100
Dec 77
Malaysia
Airliner crashes during hijacking.
88
Sep 74
Greece
Airliner crashes after bomb explosion.
82
Jan 76
Lebanon
Airliner crashes after bomb explosion.
81
Jun 80
Italy
Airliner crashes, possibly due to explosion of bomb
or missile.
76
Aug 80
Italy
Bomb explodes in Bologna train station.
73
Oct 76
Barbados
Airliner crashes after bomb explosion.
68
Dec 80
Colombia
Airliner crashes after bomb explosion.
65
Apr 83
Lebanon
Bomb destroys US Embassy in Beirut.
59
Feb 79
Zimbabwe
Airliner shot down by missile.
Without taking anything away from the tragedies reflected in this list, we may note
that the situation could easily have been much worse. The largest airliners today
carry several hundred passengers, yet the most ever killed in a crash caused by ter-
rorism was 100. Considering the availability of shoulder-fired surface-to-air
missiles such as the SA-7 (Strela), terrorists have not used them very often.
Although marine passenger vessels carry many more people than any aircraft, as far
as we know, no attempts have been made to sink one. Office and apartment
buildings often house thousands-sometimes tens of thousands-of occupants, yet
the most we have recorded killed in a terrorist bombing of a building was 161, and
only one other such bombing killed more than 50. Only one incident among the
thousands recorded resulted in more than 100 deaths.
Why are these numbers so low? Are terrorists restraining themselves because they
believe tactics of mass destruction would be counterproductive? Or because they are
just not that evil, or ambitious, or bold, or crazy? Have good security practices and
other counterterrorist precautions been responsible for the relatively few deaths?
Have we simply been lucky?
We do not know the full answer. Certainly, few terrorists are trying for mass-
destructive effects. But undoubtedly, we have also been lucky. Bombs intended to
explode on airliners carrying many more than 100 passengers have been found and
defused, or have failed to work, or have exploded without bringing the plane down.
According to the sole survivor of three Japanese Red Army terrorists who killed 30
of more than one nationality) and that, unavoidably, even these data are incomplete.
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people in a 1972 attack at the Lod Airport terminal in Tel Aviv, the group meant to
kill as many people as they could as fast as they could until they themselves were
killed. Such evidence leads inescapably to the conclusion that terrorist incidents in-
volving major consequences are more or less a matter of numbers: the more
attempted, the greater the likelihood that some will succeed.
What would lead to an increase ire such terrorism? An uncomfortably large number
of possibilities exist, for example:
? The advent of a nihilistic or sociopathic terrorist group with mass destruction as its
primary goal. Western Europe seems the most likely spawning ground.
? The development in the minds of terrorists of a conviction that all citizens of an
enemy country or members of an opposition group are valid targets, not just its of-
ficials or soldiers.
? An increase in the availability of weapons such as the SA-7 that can cause large
casualties. Currently, such missiles cost about $60,000 on the "gray market,"
more than many potential users can come up with (presuming they know how to
find the gray market).
? A highly publicized terrorist success involving the threat of causing mass
casualties.
? The development of a spirit of competition among terrorist groups regarding how
much damage or how many deaths they can cause.
We might note that, if terrorist actions with major consequences-say, involving
hundreds of deaths-become commonplace, such incidents will gradually lose their
power to shock. This might induce an increasing number of terrorists to reconsider
the high-technology option. At that point, the reassuring calculus we outlined
earlier in this article will no longer apply.
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Highlights
West Germany: Possible Targeting of Ramstein Air Force Base. West German
officials and US military authorities have reported that radical groups may
attempt to disrupt the open house at Ramstein scheduled for 7 August with acts of
violence. According to these reports, US "weapons of destruction" have been
targeted. 25X1
International: Armenian Terrorist Threat. We expect the threat of indiscriminate
violence from Armenian terrorists-particularly the Armenian Secret Army for
the Liberation of Armenia (ASALA)-to continue at a high level for the near
term. A disturbing development involves press statements by' French lawyer-and
ASALA spokesman-Patrick Devician that ASALA will conduct attacks in the
United States aimed at forcing Turkish acknowledgment of the 1915 genocide.
Although the United States has not been the target of ASALA attacks to date, we
note previous statements by Devician concerning ASALA attacks on Turkish
Airlines have been borne out. Despite extensive arrests in France, which disrupted
its network, ASALA has struck at French interests in Tehran and has threatened
to destroy the French Embassy there if ASALA members held in French custody
are not released. ASALA may also have been responsible for a recent attempted
bomb attack on British interests in retaliation for the sentencing of an ASALA
tions, the home of a police official, the international airport, and other targets in
Threat Level in Peru Increases. Terrorists, presumed to be Sendero Luminoso,
have carried out a series of daring, coordinated attacks in Lima, which demon-
strate undiminished capabilities for urban operations, despite numerous arrests
and vigorous efforts by the security forces. On 21 July, terrorists again blacked out
the capital and, in the days that followed, assaulted a police station, two power sta-
The failure of the security forces to arrest the perpetrators of the attacks quickly
and the impact of the terrorism on Lima, in our estimation, will encourage
escalating terrorist assaults. 25X1
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Key Indicators West Germany: Revolutionary Cells' Involvement in Anti-US Activities.
Recent military reporting that the Revolutionary Cells (RZ) are involved in
planning violent actions for the fall peace demonstrations and actions against
munitions transports is disturbing because of the group's past successes in
attacking US interests. We believe that small-group tactics, which are characteris-
tic of the RZ and which were effectively employed in the Krefeld riots in June, are
likely to be the modus operandi of radical groups this fall.
Significant Developments Sri Lanka: Sinhalese-Tamil Violence. The killing of 13 Sri Lankan Army
personnel in a Tamil Tiger ambush on 23 July has touched off widespread
communal violence in Colombo. Although all Americans are reported safe, the
violence between Sinhalese and Tamil has left at least 500 Tamils dead and their
homes and businesses destroyed. The Sinhalese backlash is far more widespread
and vehement than ever before. The eruption of violence was so swift that we
suspect it may have been preplanned. Sri Lankan security forces have been
unable-and perhaps unwilling-to control the situation.
France: Criticism of Counterterrorism Effort Expected. We believe the French
Government will come under severe criticism for its counterterrorist efforts in the
wake of the terrorist bombing at Orly Airport, which killed seven and injured
nearly 60. The French Government had ample indications of possible ASALA
attacks against Turkish facilities and failed to take adequate precautions. The
Armenian terrorist group ASALA had frequently announced its intentions to
attack Turkish Airlines and had conducted such an attack on 22 January 1983.
The sentencing of an ASALA member on 8 July for an attack on the Turkish Air-
lines counter at Orly heightened the terrorist threat in view of ASALA's past
record for retaliatory attacks against governments imprisoning its members.
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Peru: Possible Changes
in Terrorist Tactics
The recent increase in Sendero Luminoso terrorist
attacks in Lima reportedly has attracted growing
Cuban- interest in the group and could reflect a new
emphasis on urban operations. The terrorists'
assault of 11 July on the headquarters of President
Belaunde's party-symptomatic of increased insur-
gent aggressiveness this year-barely missed several
important government and party figures. Previously
the SL had targeted only provincial officials,
Further attacks on political leaders and major urban
targets are likely as the insurgents attempt to attract
increased publicity and provoke visible government
repression in the capital. The new tactics may repre-
sent an effort to divert the Army's attention from the
insurgents' stronghold in Ayacucho department; how-
ever, rather than a fundamental shift away from the
group's Maoist strategy of long-term rural warfare.
The group's continued resilience, despite the govern-
ment's commitment of thousands of troops and police,
probably will produce renewed public pressure on
Belaunde for tougher measures, including introduc-
tion of the death penalty for terrorism.
For several years, Havana has avoided contact with
the Sendero Luminoso, primarily because of the
group's anti-Cuban orientation, incompatible ideolo-
gy, and low prospects for success. In addition, Cuba's
aversion to the group may have been affected by the
Soviet Union's lucrative arms supply relationship with
Peru. Castro apparently is impressed, however, by the
intensity of the group's activities this year and may 25X1
now view it as a viable revolutionary movement that
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of the Sendero Luminoso's staying power, Havana
probably will proceed cautiously, maintaining indirect
contact and offering only a minimal level of assist-
ance. There is still no indication, moreover, that the
SL is willing to accept such external support.
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While Havana has fared poorly in its yearlong efforts
to upgrade diplomatic ties with the Belaunde govern-
ment, its decision to consider supporting the Sendero
Luminoso is not attributable to frustration on that
score. Havana's hopes for an eventual improvement in
relations with Lima, however, may temper somewhat
its flirtation with the group. 25X1
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Statistical Overview
Type of Victim of International Terrorist Incidents, September 1982-June 1983 a
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
57
44
47
55
58
75
74
58
65
38
Government officials
0
2
2
6
2
3
5
7
10
5
Diplomats
35
20
22
26
33
35
36
28
24
14
Military
13
6
10
11
2
11
13
7
4
4
Business
2
12
8
1
9
8
7
9
8
7
Private parties, tourists,
missionaries, and students
3
2
4
7
8
7
8
3
16
5
Geographic Distribution of International Terrorist Incidents, September 1982-January 1983 a
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Total
57
44
47
55
58
75
74
58
65
38
North America
7
0
4
3
5
5
2
11
2
6
Latin America
18
12
9
14
9
18
19
12
20
12
Western Europe
22
22
21
13
10
32
20
17
19
5
USSR/Eastern Europe
3
3
0
1
1
3
0
1
0
2
Sub-Saharan Africa
1
1
0
0
3
3
5
4
8
1
Middle East and North Africa
3
2
4
13
6
12
20
8
15
9
Asia/other
3
4
9
6
7
2
8
5
1
3
Deaths and Injuries Due to International Terrorist Attacks
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as additional data are received.
Car bomb in Baghdad
killed 2, wounded 130;
Ankara airport attack
killed 9, wounded 70.
Car bomb in Pretoria, S.A.,
killed 18, wounded 217.
Bombing of US Embassy
in Lebanon killed 57,
wounded 120.
1982
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Chronology
This chronology includes significant events, incidents, and trends in international
terrorism. It provides commentary on their background, importance, and wider
implications. It does not treat events listed in previous editions of the chronology
unless new information has been received. 25X1
Spain: Counterterrorist Operations in Basque Country
In Vizcaya, Spanish police disrupted three Basque Fatherland and Liberty/Mili-
tary Wing (ETA/M) "legal" commando groups-individuals usually involved in
support functions and not actual attacks-in a large-scale counterterrorist opera-
tion. Police also discovered three weapons caches-containing explosives, detona-
tors, handgrenades, and ammunition-belonging to one illegal commando group,
whose members were able to escape. 25X1
Australia: Arrest of Suspected Armenian Terrorist
Australian authorities arrested Krikor Kevelian when he arrived in Australia
carrying four guns in his luggage. Kevelian also carried leaflets calling for support
for the Los Angeles Five, a group of Justice Commandos for the Armenian
Genocide (JCAG) who were arrested for planning an attack on the Turkish Consul
13-15 July 1983 Italy: Arrest of Terrorists
In Turin, Italian carabinieri arrested 15 Prima Linea (PL) sympathizers in a large
antiterrorism operation. Police believe they were attempting to build a new
terrorist group-the Revolutionary Communist Nuclei-after the dissolution of
the PL group in Turin last year. Two of the sympathizers were employed in a
Turin bank, and the police believe they facilitated bank robberies by suspected
terrorists over the past several months. 25X1
France: Arrest of Orly Bomb Suspect
In Paris, French police arrested the head of the military wing of the Armenian
Secret Army for the Liberation of Armenia (ASALA) in France, Varadjian
Garbidjian, who confessed to placing the bomb at Orly Airport on 15 July, which
killed seven people and injured nearly 60. Fifty-six other suspected Armenian
terrorists were arrested in two police sweeps and 11 have been indicted on
terrorist-related charges. Numerous telephone threats to French interests world-
wide have been received from ASALA representatives demanding the release of
the arrested suspects. 25X1
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United Kingdom: Bomb Discovered Near Court
In London, a bomb was discovered near the court where two ASALA members
were on trial for conspiracy to attack the Turkish Embassy in London. Since
ASALA has previously conducted retaliatory attacks against countries holding its
members, authorities suspect that ASALA is responsible for the bomb, which was
defused without incident.
18 July 1983 Austria: Arrest of West German Rightwing Extremist
In Graz, police arrested a well-known West German rightwing fanatic, Michael
Wrosch; and three Austrian nationals for allegedly destroying memorials to Nazi
victims. One of the suspects confessed that an assault on the Bavarian State Court
in Munich, where the trial of rightwing extremist Friedhelm Busse is currently
taking place, had been planned.
Iran: ASALA Threatens More Attacks in France
In Tehran, an anonymous telephone call to a French news agency threatened more
terrorist attacks in France if the French Government continued its "terrorism"
against the Armenian people-a reference to arrests of more than 50 Armenians
during the investigation of the Orly Airport bombing claimed by ASALA. Since
ASALA has conducted attacks in Iran in the past, we believe the threat to be cred-
ible
Spain: Terrorist Tactics
In Cadiz, a Spanish newspaper revealed that Spanish military security has
obtained a copy of a questionnaire used by the Basque Fatherland and Liberty
(ETA) terrorist group to collect information on military installations-a primary
target of the military wing of ETA (ETA/M). The questionnaire was sent to a mil-
itary conscriptee and requested details concerning availability of weapons, storage
locations, models of arms and explosives as well as political materials and actual
plans of military installations. The collection of such information by ETA/M may
indicate plans to attack a military base. ETA/M has conducted such attacks in the
1982, was released in good health, through Syrian intervention
Lebanon: Dodge Released
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Peru: Terrorists Black Out Capital
For the second time this year, terrorists attacked Lima's electrical system,
blacking out the Peruvian capital. The perpetrators are assumed to be Sendero
Luminoso, and several hundred suspects reportedly have been detained by the
security forces. Unconfirmed reporting indicates the government has declared all
high-voltage towers, electrical plants, and telecommunications facilities to be
restricted zones and is providing increased security for them.
22 July 1983 Peru: Research Facility Attacked
Between 15 and 30 masked men and women, some armed with submachineguns,
invaded the Cameloid research station at La Raya in southern Peru and
systematically destroyed the installation, which is associated with a Texas
university. Some 25 persons working at the station were bound, but no one was in-
jured during the incident that lasted more than five hours. Five Americans visiting
the site were harangued by the terrorists who made clear that*"Peruvians can do
their own research." The attack raises questions about the continued viability in
Peru of projects in which US institutions play a prominent role.
Iran: ASALA Attacks on French Interests
In Tehran, ASALA claimed credit for two bomb blasts that damaged the French
Embassy and the Air France office. ASALA had warned of attacks on French in-
terests in Iran unless the French Government released ASALA terrorists being
Turkey: Leftist Terrorists Arrested
In Ankara, Turkish security forces captured 13 militants attempting to join the
Turkish People's Liberation Party Front. Suspects claimed to be in contact with
organization members who had fled abroad and were procuring weapons, explo-
sives, and unidentified technical material to be used in the group's actions.
23 July 1983 The Netherlands: Arrest of Armenian Terrorist
In Almelo, Dutch police arrested a Turkish man of Armenian descent on suspicion
of killing a Turkish diplomat on 14 July in Brussels. Police are continuing the
search for a second gunman believed responsible for the attack, which was claimM
by the Justice Commandos for the Armenian Genocide (JCAG).F25X1
Sri Lanka: Communal Violence
The Tamil Tiger ambush in which 13 Sri Lankan soldiers were killed touched off
Sinhalese murder of Tamils and destruction of their property that is the most
Italy: Radicals Publish Detailed Military Map of Italy
In Rome, Radical Party Secretary Marco Pannella distributed to newsmen a
detailed map pinpointing American NATO and Italian military bases, troop
strengths, weapons types, and location of conventional and nuclear arms stockpiles.
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Although none of the material was believed to be_ classified, the compilation of
such detailed information will probably be exploited by anti-INF deployment
protestors and may also be used by terrorists targeting NATO bases in Italy.
Spain: Terrorists Kill Businessman in Basque Country
In Vitoria, Basque Fatherland and Liberty/ Military wing (ETA/M) guerrillas are
believed responsible for the shooting death of a local businessman. Nine millimeter
parabellum shells-ETA/M's standard ammunition-were found at the scene,
although there has been no claim of responsibility nor any apparent motive for the
this attack.
Spain: Terrorist Robbery
In Villabona, suspected Basque terrorists held up an armored bank van and
escaped with 43 million pesetas (approximately US $288,000). Previous reporting
has indicated that the Political/ Military Wing of ETA-Eighth Assembly needs
funds to continue operations, and we believe they may have been responsible for
-temporarily.
Northern Ireland: IRA Bombs Destroy Hotel
In west Belfast, Irish Republican Army (IRA) gunmen broke into a hotel, robbed
the staff and patrons, and set up explosive devices that exploded moments later,
collapsing the front of the building. Patrons of the hotel were evacuated before the
blasts, and no injuries were reported. In a communique, the IRA claimed the hotel
was targeted because British security forces were planning to take over the hotel
resulted in numerous arrests in separate flareups of violence in Belfast.
retribution attack on informers. Clashes between police and demonstrators
Northern Ireland: Continued Irish Terrorism
In west Belfast, gunmen believed to be Irish terrorists fired a heavy-caliber weapon
at an Army lookout post. An unexploded mail bomb was also discovered and
defused. No injuries were reported. In a separate incident, suspected IRA gunmen
blew up a railroad signal post outside Belfast, destroying the post but causing no
personal injuries. Four people were victims of gunshot wounds in a suspected IRA
antennas and causing delays in international air traffic
Peru: Terrorists Attack Airport .
Causing damage estimated in excess of $1 million, terrorists attacked navigation
equipment at the Jorge Chavez Airport in Lima, destroying transmitters and
acquitted.
United Kingdom: ASALA Terrorist Sentenced
In London, ASALA terrorist Zaven Bedros-who admitted plotting to attack the
Turkish Embassy in London-was sentenced to eight years for possessing
firearms. A second defendant, also identified as an ASALA member, was
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Lebanon, and Iran.
25 July 1983 Peru: More Attacks
For the third time in five days; terrorists attacked targets in Lima with
coordinated assaults against a police station, two power stations, the home of a po-
lice official, the administrative office of San Marcos University, and other targets
in the city. The ability to mount continuing assaults despite the best efforts of the
security forces suggests a more effective and resilient organization than had
previously been supposed. 25X1
Iran: Attack on French Mission Claimed by Armenian Terrorists
In Tehran, the Orly Group-believed to be a cover name for ASALA-claimed
responsibility for the bomb attack on the French Trade Mission. The explosion-
the second attack on the mission in three days-caused damage but no injuries. In
a telephone call to Tehran Bureau of Agence-France Presse, a spokeswoman for
the Orly Group threatened a more lethal attack the next time it strikes. The Orly
Group emerged after a suspected Armenian guerrilla was arrested at Orly Airport
in November 1981. It conducted numerous attacks in 1981 and 1982 in France,
Revolutionary Cells (RZ) were responsible.
26 July 1983 West Germany: Insurance Company Attacked
In Stuttgart, an explosion at the Alliance Life Insurance Company caused
considerable damage. Based on the timing and type of attack, we believe that the
The Netherlands: Extradition of Armenian Terrorist
In The Hague, the Turkish-Armenian arrested by Dutch police for involvement in
the 14 July assassination of a Turkish diplomat in Brussels has been extradited to
Belgium. Investigation into the assassination-which is believed to be the work of
the Justice Commandos for the Armenian Genocide-is continuing.
France: Bombing at Armenian Cultural Center
In Paris, a bomb exploded in front of an Armenian cultural center, damaging the
building but causing no casualties. Although no one claimed responsibility for the
explosion, Armenian terrrorist attacks in Western Europe during the past 10 days
may have provoked a retaliatory attack from the large Turkish population in Paris.
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27 July 1983 Portugal: Armenian Terrorist Attack on Turkish Embassy .
In Lisbon, a five-man team identifying themselves as members of the Armenian
Revolutionary Army (ARA) attacked the Turkish Embassy and held several
hostages for three hours before an explosion-believed to have been accidental-
destroyed the building, killing the terrorists. The wife of the Turkish Deputy Chief
of Mission and a Portuguese policeman were killed, and three people were injured.
The ARA-in a communique sent to Agence-France Presse before the attack
occurred-warned that it intended to hold the Embassy for 48 hours before
destroying it. We suspect ARA may be a cover name for ASALA, but investiga-
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28 July 1983 Iran: Orly Group Threatens More Attacks Against French Interests
In Tehran, the Armenian terrorist group Orly called Agence-France Presse to
threaten a rocket attack on the French Embassy on 30 July.
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29 July 1983 Switzerland: Explosion at Industrialist's Home
In Zurich, an early morning explosion caused moderate damage, but no injuries.
In a letter claiming responsibility, the Commando Grober Ernstile group stated
that the attack was in protest of a local construction project, in which the
industrialist was involved. According to US Embassy officials in Bern, the incident
is part of a continuing pattern of terrorist violence prompted by local issues.
31 July 1983 Spain: Civil Guards Slain
In San Sebastian, Basque terrorists are suspected of the shooting deaths of two
Spanish Civil Guardsmen. We believe the Military Wing of ETA was behind the
assassinations, which marked the end of a weeklong protest by the Basque
population against the. Madrid government
Spain: Bank Bombing in Basque Country
In Bilbao, the bombing of a bank by suspected ETA terrorists injured two people.
ETA continues its attacks on banks that refuse to pay "revolutionary taxes.
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