Pupils of the Al Salahiya High School in Nablus boycotted classes today in an expression of solidarity with French President Charles de Gaulle for his embargo on military equipment and spare parts to Israel. The youngsters told reporters that they wanted to stage a demonstration for Gen. de Gaulle but feared the reaction of Israeli authorities.
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