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Iranian nationals take over Iranian Embassy, London

Apr. 30, 1980 - Iranian Nationals Take Over Iranian Embassy in London: Armed Iran Nationals took over the Iranian Embassy in London today. They took a policeman hostage - an armed constable with Scotland Yard's Diplomatic Protection Group who was on guard outside the embassy, and about 20 members of the embassy staff. Shots have been heard from inside the building which is now surrounded by about 50 armed police. Photo shows Armed police marksmen take aim outside the Iranian Embassy in London's Knightsbridge today

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