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Foreign Relations of the United States, 1977–1980, Volume XI, Part 1, Iran: Hostage Crisis, November 1979–September 1980

302. Memorandum From the Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern and South Asian Affairs (Saunders) to Acting Secretary of State Christopher

Washington, June 26, 1980

[Source: Department of State, INR/IL Historical Records, Iran 1980. Secret. 3 pages not declassified.]

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    • Break in Diplomatic Relations and the Rescue Mission (Documents 204–269)
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