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Idi Amin's Role in Entebbe Hostage Crisis

Published Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Updated July 3

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  • Israeli Perspective on Entebbe Crisis1 source

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On June 27, 1976, an Air France plane with over 250 passengers and crew was hijacked after a stopover in Athens, leading to the Entebbe hostage crisis. The event involved Idi Amin, the PFLP, and Israel, culminating in a rescue operation.

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  • On June 27, 1976, an Air France plane carrying over 250 passengers and crew was hijacked after a stopover in Athens.

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Israeli Perspective on Entebbe Crisis
  • The Jerusalem Post

    The article frames the Entebbe crisis from an Israeli viewpoint, emphasizing the diplomatic challenges faced by Israel, Amin's duplicity, and the strategic necessity of the rescue operation.

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