Historical Events tagged with "embassy"

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Politics & Government

Attack on the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad

November 21st, 1979 45 years ago

A mob attacked the United States Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, setting the building ablaze and resulting in the deaths of four individuals. The incident stemmed from protests against American foreign policy and support for the Shah of Iran following his removal. The embassy was heavily damaged, highlighting the rising tensions in the region.

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Politics & Government

Khomeini Orders Release of American Hostages

November 19th, 1979 45 years ago

Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini ordered the release of 13 American hostages held in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, following a tumultuous period marked by the Iranian Revolution and tensions with the United States. This directive targeted female and black American hostages specifically, reflecting an effort to project a sense of moderation amidst ongoing strife. The hostages had been part of a larger group taken captive during the embassy takeover that began in November of 1979. Their release marked a rare moment of goodwill and was celebrated by various factions within Iran.

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Politics & Government

Carter Freezes Iranian Assets in US

November 14th, 1979 45 years ago

In response to the Iran hostage crisis, US President Jimmy Carter issued Executive Order 12170, which froze all Iranian government assets in the United States. This financial action aimed to pressure Iran to release the hostages abducted from the US Embassy in Tehran on November 4, 1979. The order significantly impacted diplomatic relations and exacerbated tensions between the two nations during a turbulent period in their history.

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Politics & Government

U.S. Embassy Seized by Iranian Students

November 4th, 1979 45 years ago

A group of Iranian college students stormed the U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking 90 American hostages. Motivated by anger over U.S. support for the recently overthrown Shah, the students demanded the extradition of the Shah from the United States. The crisis lasted for 444 days, profoundly impacting U.S.-Iran relations.

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Military & Warfare

Tet Offensive Begins with Embassy Assault

January 31st, 1968 57 years ago

In the early hours of the morning, Viet Cong guerrillas launched coordinated attacks across South Vietnam, including a major assault on the United States embassy in Saigon. The Tet Offensive was a surprise offensive during the Lunar New Year celebrations and aimed to destabilize the South Vietnamese government and rally support for the communist cause. The offensive included attacks in several cities and was significant for its scale and intensity, challenging U.S. perceptions of the war's progress.

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Politics & Government

Dutch Recognition of American Independence Secured

April 19th, 1782 242 years ago

John Adams successfully negotiated recognition of the United States as an independent nation with the Netherlands. He had been serving as the American Minister to the Netherlands and played a key role in diplomacy during the American Revolutionary War. This milestone was celebrated as a significant achievement, showcasing growing international support for the fledgling nation. The house purchased by Adams in The Hague became the first official American embassy, symbolizing a new chapter in U.S. foreign relations.

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