
Inside the six-day siege that changed Britain
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The Iranian Embassy Siege: A Turning Point in Counter-Terrorism
This chapter examines the 1980 Iranian embassy siege in London, detailing the motivations, events, and implications of the crisis on British counter-terrorism strategy. It critiques simplified narratives, revealing a richer historical account while reflecting on the siege's profound impact on the public and military operations.
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