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Israel Government Sets Feb. 3 As Memorial Day for Jews Hanged in Iraq

February 2, 1971
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The Government decided yesterday to designate Wednesday, Feb. 3 as a memorial day to mark the second anniversary of the hanging of nine Jews in Iraq. Foreign Minister Abba Eban will deliver a report to the Knesset on Wednesday on the condition of Jews in the Arab countries.

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