Lisbon - Portugal has rejected a plea from Timorese resistance leader, Mr Konis Santana, for support in the military struggle against Indonesia, but has given a cautious welcome to Mr Santana's proposal for partial autonomy in the area.
Timor resistance plea rejected
Lisbon - Portugal has rejected a plea from Timorese resistance leader, Mr Konis Santana, for support in the military struggle…
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