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Arabs Shell Hartuv. Birmain; Syrians Refuse to Quit Height in Israeli Territory

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Egyptian forces yesterday shelled Hartuv, in the Latrun area, while Arab Legion artillery units opened fire against Birmain, an official communique reported today.

Meanwhile, Syrian forces occupying a height in the Mishmar Hayarden sector have not evacuated their position despite an order to do so by United Nations officials. The Syrian-held height is located in Israeli territory and was seized by the Syrians during the present truce.

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