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The Republic . 06 January 1989 . Pg 3

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In recent news, two American missionaries were kidnapped in Colombia by gunmen demanding the release of drug dealers imprisoned in the U.S. Meanwhile, French President Mitterrand called for international cooperation to combat terrorism, emphasizing the need to trace its sources. In Botswana, a man faces court for a bizarre sexual offense involving a donkey, caught in the act by a young boy. Pakistan celebrated the 61st birthday of former Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, marking the first official celebration in over a decade. Additionally, Sir Frank Whittle introduced a powerful new aero engine at an air show in England. In Angola, civil rights leader Jesse Jackson urged the U.S. to recognize the MPLA government and support its rehabilitation efforts. Tensions escalated between the U.S. and Libya after American fighter jets shot down two Libyan planes, with both nations exchanging accusations regarding military aggression and chemical weapons development. The situation has drawn international attention, with various governments weighing in on the conflict.

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In recent news, two American missionaries were kidnapped in Colombia by gunmen demanding the release of drug dealers imprisoned in the U.S. Meanwhile, French President Mitterrand called for international cooperation to combat terrorism, emphasizing the need to trace its sources. In Botswana, a man faces court for a bizarre sexual offense involving a donkey, caught in the act by a young boy. Pakistan celebrated the 61st birthday of former Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, marking the first official celebration in over a decade. Additionally, Sir Frank Whittle introduced a powerful new aero engine at an air show in England. In Angola, civil rights leader Jesse Jackson urged the U.S. to recognize the MPLA government and support its rehabilitation efforts. Tensions escalated between the U.S. and Libya after American fighter jets shot down two Libyan planes, with both nations exchanging accusations regarding military aggression and chemical weapons development. The situation has drawn international attention, with various governments weighing in on the conflict.