December 13, 1986

Social/Economic/Political

Arab World: U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy meets with Jordan's King Hussein, says U.S. should assist Jordanian plans for W. Bank development, and reaffirms hisopposition to arms sales to Jordan [BG 12/14]. Lebanese Red Cross evacuates 28 women and children from Rashidiyyah camp in the first relief effort in 10 weeks [WP 12/14].

Military Action

Arab World: PLO-Amal battles around Shatila and Burj al-Barajinah refugee camps kill at least 21, wound 92. Totals for last 6 weeks of fighting now at 343 dead, 1,200 wounded [BG 12/14].