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Maoist rebels attack Rumjatar airport

Kathmandu, Nepal - Army was able to stop the guerrillas

A violent gunbattle, that cost the life of 13 rebels and one soldier, is the result of Maoist guerrillas' raid at the airport in Rumjatar, 255 km east of the capital Kathmandu. The rebels, who usually attack using hit-and-run tactics, this time tried to conquer the hub; it's not yet known if the airport was damaged during fighting. (0012)

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 35217
Rome, Italy, 10/28/2002 10:03
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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