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The Iranian embassy siege: an SAS hostage drama in London

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Legacy of the Iranian Embassy Siege

This chapter explores the Iranian Embassy siege's transformation of the SAS's public image from secrecy to global recognition, impacting recruitment and operations. It highlights the evolution of counter-terrorism strategies and the strategic shift in both the SAS and international terrorist tactics following the incident.

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