The World - News from Aug. 24, 1986
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Pakistani President Zia ul-Haq returned home from a two-week pilgrimage to Mecca to face the aftermath of Pakistan’s worst political violence since 1983. At least 29 people were killed and dozens injured in clashes with police during a drive by the opposition to oust Zia and force elections. Hundreds of Zia’s political opponents were arrested, including opposition leader Benazir Bhutto.
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